🇯🇵Japanese Source WordCode: JA

漬物

Pronunciation / Transliteration: tsukemono

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Pickling/ˈpɪk.lɪŋ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇯🇵 Example Sentence in Japanese:

"漬物は人気のある保存方法です。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The process of preserving food in vinegar or brine.

    "Pickling vegetables is a popular method to enhance their flavor and shelf life."
  2. 2

    A food that has been preserved in this manner.

    "The pickling of cucumbers results in delicious pickles that are enjoyed in many cuisines."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'pickling' originates from the Middle Dutch word 'pekel', which means 'brine' or 'pickle'. It evolved in the 14th century to refer to the process of preserving food in a solution of vinegar or brine, reflecting the historical practices of food preservation.

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