This is the 5269th most frequent Japanese word.
麺類
Noodles or noodle dishes.
Here, '麺類' refers to 'noodle dishes' as a broad category of food.
日本では、麺類として有名な食べ物にはラーメンとうどんがあります。
In Japan, famous noodle dishes include ramen and udon.
In this sentence, '麺類' is used to refer to 'noodles' as a type of food enjoyed by people, often in soups.
麺類が好きな人は多く、特に寒い日には温かいスープの麺類が好まれます。
Many people like noodles, and warm noodle soups are especially favored on cold days.
Here, '麺類' indicates a variety of noodle-based dishes available at the restaurant.