原料
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Noun referring to the basic substances used to make products, such as ingredients in food or components in manufacturing. Example: 『パンの原料』 (pan no genryo, 'raw materials for bread').
Theme
At a local market, User is shopping for ingredients with a friend, Yamada-san, who is a chef and explains cooking basics.
原料
げんりょう
raw materials
Everyday Life & SurvivalFood & Dining
Memory Hook
Think of 'raw materials' as the 'genryo' (原料) for making food. 'Genryo' sounds like 'genuine raw' — the basic ingredients before cooking!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『原料』 (genryo, 'raw materials') is commonly discussed in contexts like food production, manufacturing, and sustainability, highlighting the importance of quality ingredients in products.
Forms
Base: 原料Noun referring to the basic substances used to make products, such as ingredients in food or components in manufacturing. Example: 『パンの原料』 (pan no genryo, 'raw materials for bread').