米
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Base noun form. Refers specifically to uncooked rice grains. Commonly used in contexts like cooking, agriculture, or shopping, e.g., 『米を買う』 (kome o kau, 'to buy rice').
Theme
In a cooking class, User and their instructor Miyuki are preparing a traditional Japanese dish and discussing ingredients.
米
こめ
uncooked rice
Everyday Life & SurvivalFood & Dining
Memory Hook
Think of 'me' (米 kome sounds like 'come') — rice is a staple food that comes to every meal in Japan. 'Come' → 米 (kome, 'uncooked rice').
Cultural Note
Rice, 『米』 (kome, 'uncooked rice'), is central to Japanese cuisine and culture. It's often served as 『ご飯』 (gohan, 'cooked rice / Meal') and is a symbol of life and prosperity, featured in rituals and daily meals.
Forms
Base: 米Base noun form. Refers specifically to uncooked rice grains. Commonly used in contexts like cooking, agriculture, or shopping, e.g., 『米を買う』 (kome o kau, 'to buy rice').