クッキー
kukkī[kɯ̟̊k̚ʲkʲiː]
The English word "cookies" is translated into Japanese as クッキー (kukkī).
クッキー refers to small, sweet baked treats.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word クッキー is used for both singular and plural forms, as Japanese nouns do not typically change for number.
How do you pronounce it?
kukkī
Did you know?
- To make the word sound 'cuter' or more childish, some people may use the diminutive form クッキーちゃん ('cookie-chan'), treating the treat as a cute character.
- In Japanese gift-giving culture, クッキー are frequently sold in highly decorative, oversized tins that are often valued as much as the treats themselves.
- If you want to describe a cookie that is quite hard or crispy, you might use the adjective サクサク (saku saku) to describe the sound it makes in your mouth.
Examples in context
- クッキー作ろうよ。Let's bake cookies.This sentence is useful for suggesting the act of making クッキー.Tatoeba #10070796 by small_snow, translation #3568430 by CK
- クッキー焼こうよ。Why don't we bake cookies?This sentence is useful for proposing the act of baking クッキー.Tatoeba #10070797 by small_snow, translation #9986723 by CK
- クッキーを焼いたよ。I baked some cookies.This sentence is useful for stating that you have baked クッキー.Tatoeba #11029449 by small_snow, translation #2888119 by Hybrid
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Example conversation
Kenta and Misaki are sharing snacks in a cafe.
- 健太 Kenta美咲、このクッキー食べる？Misaki, kono kukkii taberu?Misaki, do you want to eat these cookies?
- 美咲 Misakiうん、ありがとう！Un, arigatou!Yes, thank you!
- 健太 Kentaすごく甘くて美味しいよ。Sugoku amakute oishii yo.They are very sweet and delicious.
- 美咲 Misaki本当に、最高だね。Hontou ni, saikou da ne.They really are the best.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry クッキー, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
