🇵🇹Portuguese Source WordCode: PT

Izakaya

Pronunciation / Transliteration: izakaya

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Izakaya/ˈiː.zəˌkaɪ.jə/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #8500 frequency
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🇵🇹 Example Sentence in Portuguese:

"Nós comemos petiscos deliciosos no izakaya."

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A Japanese informal pub or gastropub that serves alcoholic drinks and casual food, typically shared among the table.

    "After a long week of work, the colleagues gathered at a local izakaya to unwind over beer and yakitori."
  2. 2

    A social gathering spot characterized by a lively, noisy atmosphere where small plates of tapas-style Japanese dishes are consumed.

    "The busy izakaya was filled with laughter and the rich aroma of grilled meats."

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Antonyms & Contrasting Words (1)

Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Derived from the Japanese words 'i' (to stay) and 'sakaya' (sake shop), originating in the Edo period when sake merchants began allowing customers to drink alcohol on the premises. Over time, it evolved from a simple liquor shop into a casual Japanese pub-style establishment serving food alongside alcoholic beverages.

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