芋

芋

"芋" (いも, imo) means "potato" or "tuber."

Here, 芋 directly refers to the root vegetable, potato, being discussed in terms of a culinary context.

彼は芋を食べるのが好きです。

He likes eating potatoes.

In this sentence, 芋 is used to specify the type of ingredient, in this case sweet potato, in relation to the beverage.

芋焼酎は日本の伝統的な酒です。

Sweet potato shochu is a traditional Japanese alcohol.

Here, 芋 serves as a metaphorical term describing something plain, rural, or dated in appearance or style.

彼のファッションは芋っぽいですね。

His fashion looks a bit rustic.