VocabJLPT N2
soy sauce
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. soy sauce
  2. 2. soya sauce
  3. 3. Soy sauce
This noun refers to a dark, salty liquid condiment made from fermented soybeans, an essential ingredient in Japanese cuisine. It is used as a seasoning, dipping sauce, and flavor enhancer in a wide variety of dishes.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

So for tamago kake gohan — do you mix the soy sauce in first?

Sentence 2

Hey, aren't you going to taste it before pouring on the soy sauce?

Sentence 3

Last night the soy sauce bottle shattered and the kitchen floor looked like a war zone!

Sentence 4

The kitchen floor is stained black with soy sauce — no matter how much I wipe, it won't come out!

Sentence 5

According to the market report, demand for soy sauce is holding steady.