Japanese word

和食

Pronunciation

Romajiwashoku

Meaning

  • nounJapanese cuisine

Example

私は和食が好きです。watashi wa wa shoku ga su ki de su

I like Japanese cuisine.

Illustration for 和食 (Japanese cuisine)

More examples

和食では、季節の食材が大切にされています。wa shoku de wa ki setsu no shoku zai ga tai setsu ni sa re te i ma su

In Japanese cuisine, seasonal ingredients are highly valued.

Core concept

Describes a Japanese food tradition in which ingredients, preparation, and seasonal balance shape the meal as a whole.

Common phrases

  • 和食を食べるwa shoku o ta be ru

    eat Japanese cuisine

  • 和食の店wa shoku no mise

    Japanese restaurant

Similar words

日本料理nihonryōri: Japan's traditional cuisine, known for distinctive ingredients, cooking methods, and presentation.
日本食nihonshoku: Food from Japan or made in a Japanese style, ranging from traditional dishes to ordinary meals.

Definition in Japanese

日本の伝統的な食材や調理法を生かした料理、およびそれを取り巻く食文化。nihon no den tō teki na shoku zai ya chō ri hō o i ka shi ta ryō ri o yo bi so re o to ri ma ku shoku bun ka

Word origin

As a Japanese compound, 和食 (washoku) combines 和 (wa, "Japanese style") and 食 (shoku, "food"), so its literal structure points to Japanese-style food.

Usage tips

  • The UNESCO listing of 和食 (washoku) includes the cultural practices surrounding food, especially those connected with seasonal celebrations such as New Year.

Other meanings

  • Japanese dishnoun

Opposites

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