🇯🇵Japanese Source WordCode: JA

醸造

Pronunciation / Transliteration: jōzō

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Brewing/ˈbruː.ɪŋ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇯🇵 Example Sentence in Japanese:

"醸造は古くから行われている技術です。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The process of making beer or other fermented beverages by steeping a starch source in water and fermenting the resulting liquid.

    "The brewing of craft beer has become a popular hobby among many enthusiasts."
  2. 2

    A specific instance of brewing, often referring to a particular batch or type of beverage.

    "The brewing of this seasonal ale takes place every autumn."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'brewing' originates from the Old English 'brēowan', meaning 'to brew or prepare'. It has evolved through Middle English as 'brewen', reflecting the process of fermentation and preparation of beverages, particularly beer, which has been a significant aspect of various cultures since ancient times.

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