杯
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Noun meaning a cup for drinking wine, sake, or other beverages. Often used as a counter for drinks. Example: 『一杯のワイン』 (ippai no wain, 'a glass of wine').
Theme
At a traditional Japanese restaurant, User and their friend Sakura are enjoying sake and discussing the cups used for drinking.
杯
はい
wine cup
Everyday Life & SurvivalFood & Dining
Memory Hook
Think of a 'wine cup' shaped like a 'bay' (sounds like はい hai in 『杯』). Picture a cup in a bay — 『杯』 (hai, 'wine cup') holds your drink!
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, 『杯』 (hai, 'wine cup') is commonly used in traditional settings like 『居酒屋』 (izakaya, 'Japanese pub') or ceremonies. It often refers to small cups for sake or wine, and sharing drinks from a 『杯』 can symbolize friendship or celebration.
Forms
Base: 杯Noun meaning a cup for drinking wine, sake, or other beverages. Often used as a counter for drinks. Example: 『一杯のワイン』 (ippai no wain, 'a glass of wine').