VocabJLPT N1
gum
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. chewing gum
  2. 2. gum
This katakana noun refers to chewing gum, the sweet, chewy confection you chew but don't swallow. It's a common everyday word used in casual conversation and shopping contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Why not try a candy instead of gum for once?

Sentence 2

Of all the times for this to happen, all I have is gum…

Sentence 3

I opened my desk drawer and found a melted piece of gum — absolutely disgusting.

Sentence 4

You're still chewing that? Has it got any flavor left?

Sentence 5

"This gum really holds its flavor," the customer said.