Translation of Japanese word "醤油" to English
醤油
しょうゆ
[shouyu]
IPA: /ɕoːjʊ/
Meaning
NounA condiment sauce and ingredient, common in Asian cuisine, made from fermented soybeans, salt, and sometimes wheat.
How to use
醤油 (shouyu) — 'soy sauce'. 薄口醤油 — light soy sauce. 濃口醤油 — dark soy sauce.
🇬🇧 English
soy sauce
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 醤油
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): しょうゆ
Romaji Transcription: shouyu
Example Sentences
醤油を飲みました。
しょうゆをのみました。
I drank soy sauce.
醤油は味が強いです。
しょうゆはあじがつよいです。
Soy sauce has a strong flavor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "醤油" mean?▼
The Japanese word "醤油" means "soy sauce" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "醤油"?▼
The word "醤油" is read as "しょうゆ" (shouyu). 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: "A representative seasoning of Japanese cuisine.".
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