food

This is the 5417th most frequent Japanese word.


food

The Japanese word for "food" is "食べ物" (tabemono), meaning "something to eat."


In this sentence, '食べ物' is used as a general term for food, highlighting the choice of healthy options.

彼はいつも健康な食べ物を選びます。

He always chooses healthy food.


Here, '食べ物' emphasizes the cultural or regional aspect of food, representing meals specific to a location.

旅先では地元の食べ物を楽しみたいです。

When traveling, I want to enjoy the local food.


In this example, '食べ物' refers to provisions or stored food, underscoring availability within a home or container.

冷蔵庫には食べ物がほとんど残っていませんでした。

There was hardly any food left in the refrigerator.