材料
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Base noun form. Refers to raw materials or components used to make something, such as in cooking or manufacturing. Can be used with particles like 『の』 (no, possessive) or 『を』 (wo, object marker) in sentences.
Theme
Two friends, Mika and User, are planning to cook dinner together at Mika's apartment. They discuss what ingredients they need to buy from the supermarket.
材料
ざいりょう
ingredients / material
Everyday Life & SurvivalFood & Dining
Memory Hook
Imagine a chef gathering 'materials' for a recipe. The word sounds like 'sai-ryo' — think 'sigh' as you collect all the ingredients you need. 'Sigh-ryo' → 材料 (sairyou, 'ingredients / Material').
Cultural Note
In Japanese cooking, 『材料』 (sairyou, 'ingredients') is a key term in recipes and cooking shows. It's common to see lists labeled 『材料』 in cookbooks or on food packaging, emphasizing the importance of quality ingredients in Japanese cuisine.
Forms
Base: 材料Base noun form. Refers to raw materials or components used to make something, such as in cooking or manufacturing. Can be used with particles like 『の』 (no, possessive) or 『を』 (wo, object marker) in sentences.