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.”

noun

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 notes

In 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.

Origin: Japanese

Rhymes for Inari

bari Mari sari Kari Hari atari Shari safari Bihari Hikari Yukari Ansari

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Frequently asked questions

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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