Translation of Japanese word "料理" to English
料理
りょうり
[ryouri]
IPA: /ryoɯɾi/
Meaning
NounThe process of preparing food by using heat.
How to use
料理 (ryouri) — 'cooking / cuisine / dish'. 料理する — to cook. 日本料理 (nihon ryouri) — Japanese cuisine. 料理が上手 — good at cooking.
🇬🇧 English
cooking / dish
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 料理
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): りょうり
Romaji Transcription: ryouri
Example Sentences
おだすはいだはといはですだはなつますはだといはですだはなつますは
おだすはいだはといはですだはなつますはだといはですだはなつますは
Cooking is an art.
おだすはいだはといはですだはなつますはだといはですだはなつますはだといはですだはなつますは
おだすはいだはといはですだはなつますはだといはですだはなつますはだといはですだはなつますは
Cooking is a way to express oneself.
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Common phrases
- 料理する— to cook
- 日本料理— Japanese cuisine
Frequency rank: #152 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "料理" mean?▼
The Japanese word "料理" means "cooking / dish" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "料理"?▼
The word "料理" is read as "りょうり" (ryouri). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see a usage guide or example with "料理"?▼
Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Used to refer to the act of cooking or a dish.".
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