How to say 'Side dish' in Japanese | おかず

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Meaning

Side dish

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Explanation

The Japanese noun 'おかず (おかず)' refers to a 'side dish' that accompanies the main staple food, typically rice. It is an essential part of a Japanese meal and can include a variety of dishes such as vegetables, fish, meat, or pickles. The term emphasizes the complementary nature of the dish to the main meal. For example: I made a side dish for dinner「夕食におかずを作りました」(ゆうしょくにおかずをつくりました). This side dish goes well with rice「このおかずはご飯とよく合います」(このおかずはごはんとよくあいます). In casual contexts, 'おかず' can also refer to something that adds interest or variety to a situation, though this usage is less common.

Part Of Speech

noun

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1488

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hiragana

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