noun
Inari
Inari (noun) means a style of sushi made from seasoned rice stuffed into a pouch of sweet, fried tofu (aburaage). Example: “She packed inari for lunch because it travels well without refrigeration.”
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A style of sushi made from seasoned rice stuffed into a pouch of sweet, fried tofu (aburaage).
"She packed inari for lunch because it travels well without refrigeration."
"The bento box came with two pieces of inari and a few rolls."
How to use Inari
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA sweet, tofu-wrapped sushi pouch filled with rice, popular as a portable snack.
Common pairings
inari sushi
a piece of inari
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Etymology
Named after Inari, the Japanese deity associated with rice, foxes, and agriculture — foxes are said to favor fried tofu, which gave the dish its name.
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What does “Inari” mean?
The word “Inari” means a style of sushi made from seasoned rice stuffed into a pouch of sweet, fried tofu (aburaage). In plain terms, a sweet, tofu-wrapped sushi pouch filled with rice, popular as a portable snack.
How do you use “Inari” in a sentence?
Here is “Inari” used in a sentence: “She packed inari for lunch because it travels well without refrigeration.”
What part of speech is “Inari”?
“Inari” is a noun.
Where does the word “Inari” come from?
The word “Inari” comes from Japanese. Named after Inari, the Japanese deity associated with rice, foxes, and agriculture — foxes are said to favor fried tofu, which gave the dish its name.
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