Japanese word

ケチャップ

Pronunciation

Romajikechappu

Meaning

  • nounketchup

Example

この料理にはケチャップがよく合います。ko no ryō ri ni wa ke cha ppu ga yo ku a i ma su

Ketchup goes well with this dish.

Illustration for ケチャップ (ketchup)

More examples

フライドポテトにはケチャップをつけます。fu ra i do po te to ni wa ke cha ppu o tsu ke ma su

I dip my French fries in ketchup.

Core concept

A thick tomato-based sauce brings a sweet, sharp taste to dishes.

Common phrases

  • ケチャップをかけるke cha ppu o ka ke ru

    put ketchup on

  • ケチャップをつけるke cha ppu o tsu ke ru

    dip in ketchup

Similar words

トマトケチャップtomatokechappu: A specific name for the tomato-based condiment commonly served with food.
トマトソースtomatosōsu: A sauce made from cooked tomatoes that is often part of a dish rather than a table condiment.
ソースsōsu: A general word for a liquid or thick accompaniment that adds flavor to food.

Definition in Japanese

トマトに酢や砂糖などを加えて煮詰めた、甘酸っぱい調味用のソース。to ma to ni su ya sa tō na do o kuwa e te ni tsu me ta ama zu ppa i chō mi yō no sō su

Word origin

ケチャップ (kechappu) is a Japanese loanword from English ketchup; ketchup is often connected with Malay kecap, but its earlier history is not certain.

Usage tips

  • English speakers often use ketchup at the table rather than during cooking, especially with foods such as burgers, fries, and hot dogs.

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