栗
kuri[kɯ̟ɾʲi]
kuri is the Japanese word for the edible nut of the chestnut tree.
栗 refers to the chestnut, specifically the edible nut produced by the chestnut tree.
How do you pronounce it?
kuri
Did you know?
- In Japanese folklore, the kuri is often associated with the 'Kuri-no-ki' tree, which is sometimes linked to stories of spirits or protective nature deities in rural shrines.
- While 'kuri' refers to the nut, the word 'kuri' can also be a common component in the names of various Japanese surnames and place names.
- Japanese culture treats the arrival of kuri as a primary signal for the change of seasons, often appearing in 'kigo' or seasonal words used in haiku poetry.
Examples in context
- 私は栗が大好きです。I love chestnuts.
- このケーキには栗が入っています。This cake contains chestnuts.
- 栗ご飯Chestnut rice
- 栗が好きです。kuri ga suki desu.I like chestnuts.
- この栗はとても甘いです。kono kuri wa totemo amai desu.This chestnut is very sweet.
- 栗ご飯を作りました。kuri gohan o tsukurimashita.I made chestnut rice.
Example conversation
Two siblings are looking at autumn snacks in a kitchen.
- 陽葵 Himari陽太、栗を食べてみる？Youta, kuri o tabete miru?Youta, do you want to try a chestnut?
- 陽太 Yotaうん、ありがとう。un, arigatou.Yeah, thanks.
- 陽太 Yotaこの栗、美味しいね！kono kuri, oishii ne!This chestnut is delicious!
- 陽葵 Himariよかった。もっと食べなよ。yokatta. motto tabenayo.I'm glad. Have some more.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry 栗, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
