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VocabJLPT N1

grilled meat

Noun

Definitions

1. yakiniku
2. Japanese dish of grilled meat similar to Korean barbecue
3. roasted meat
4. Yakiniku

This word refers to a popular style of cooking and eating meat, where slices of meat are grilled directly at the table, often over a flame or hot grill. It is a beloved dining experience in Japan, commonly enjoyed with dipping sauces and side dishes like rice and kimchi.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

On the way home, I spotted a yakiniku sign and my willpower crumbled.

Sentence 2

This meeting will be held in a conference room, not a yakiniku restaurant.

Sentence 3

Had yakiniku on the way home from work — feeling ready to take on tomorrow!

Sentence 4

The welcome party for the new staff was a blast — yakiniku all around!

Sentence 5

A recent survey found that all-you-can-eat yakiniku is popular among younger people.