Translation of Japanese word "果物" to English
果物
くだもの
[kudamono]
IPA: /kudamono/
Meaning
NounA product of fertilization in a plant, specifically: The seed-bearing part of a plant; often edible, colourful, fragrant, and sweet or sour; produced from a floral ovary after fertilization. The spores of cryptogams and their accessory organs.
How to use
果物 (kudamono) — 'fruit'. 果物を食べる — eat fruit. 旬の果物 (shun no kudamono) — seasonal fruit.
🇬🇧 English
fruit
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 果物
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): くだもの
Romaji Transcription: kudamono
Example Sentences
果物を食べます。
くだものをたべます。
I eat fruit.
果物は健康に良い。
くだものはけんこうによい。
Fruit is good for health.
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Common phrases
- 旬の果物— seasonal fruit
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Frequency rank: #149 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "果物" mean?▼
The Japanese word "果物" means "fruit" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "果物"?▼
The word "果物" is read as "くだもの" (kudamono). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Used as ingredients in meals.".
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