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Noun meaning a small, round particle or grain. Used as a counter for small objects like grains or beads, e.g., 『一粒』 (hitotsubu, 'one grain').
Theme
In a kitchen, User helps their friend Yoshio cook rice and discusses the grains.
粒
つぶ
grain
Nature & EnvironmentPlants
Memory Hook
Imagine a tiny 'grain' of rice that looks like a little 'tsubu' (粒). Picture a 'tsu' (粒) of sand or rice — small and round like a grain!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『粒』 (tsubu, 'grain') is often used to describe small, round items like rice grains or beads. It's a common term in cooking and agriculture, emphasizing the importance of small details in Japanese culture.
Forms
Base: 粒Noun meaning a small, round particle or grain. Used as a counter for small objects like grains or beads, e.g., 『一粒』 (hitotsubu, 'one grain').