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Noun referring to fat, grease, or oil. Used in contexts like cooking, biology, or cosmetics. Example: 『脂が多い』 (abura ga ooi, 'has a lot of fat').
Theme

At a health-focused café, User and their friend Ken discuss dietary choices and nutrition.

あぶら

fat

Everyday Life & SurvivalFood & Dining

Memory Hook

Imagine a greasy pan with sizzling fat — it makes a 'shi' sound. 'Shi' → 『脂』 (abura, 'fat'). Think of 'abura' as 'a brew' of oil or fat.

Cultural Note

In Japanese cuisine, 『脂』 (abura, 'fat') is often discussed in cooking, such as in dishes like 『とんかつ』 (tonkatsu, 'pork cutlet') where the fat content affects flavor. It's also used in health contexts to talk about body fat.

Forms

Base: 脂Noun referring to fat, grease, or oil. Used in contexts like cooking, biology, or cosmetics. Example: 『脂が多い』 (abura ga ooi, 'has a lot of fat').