菓子
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Base noun form. Refers to sweets, candies, or confectionery items. Often used in compound words like 『和菓子』 (wagashi, 'Japanese sweets') or 『洋菓子』 (yougashi, 'Western sweets').
Theme
Two friends, Mika and User, are at a local café catching up after a long week. Mika mentions she's been craving something sweet and asks for recommendations.
菓子
かし
confectionery / sweet
Everyday Life & SurvivalFood & Dining
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'candy' shop with colorful sweets. 'Candy' sounds like 'kanji'? No, but think: 'Kashi' (菓子) → 'cash' for sweets — you need cash to buy confectionery!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『菓子』 (kashi, 'confectionery') is often given as gifts during festivals or visits. Traditional sweets like 『和菓子』 (wagashi, 'Japanese sweets') are enjoyed with tea and reflect seasonal themes.
Forms
Base: 菓子Base noun form. Refers to sweets, candies, or confectionery items. Often used in compound words like 『和菓子』 (wagashi, 'Japanese sweets') or 『洋菓子』 (yougashi, 'Western sweets').