JLPT N4 Elementary
味噌
Fermented soybean paste, crustacean innards, or the key point or secret ingredient of a matter.
Readings
Other forms
ミソ often used for the "key point" meaning
1 Noun
Miso (Soybean Paste)
A traditional Japanese seasoning produced by fermenting soybeans with salt and koji.
Example
豚肉 と 野菜 を 味噌 で 炒めました 。
I stir-fried pork and vegetables with miso.
3 more examples in the
mobile app
2 Noun
The Key Point / The Secret Ingredient
The crucial element, distinctive feature, or ingenious trick that makes something effective.
Usage notes & examples
available in the
mobile app
3 Noun
Crab/Shrimp Innards (Tomalley)
The rich, paste-like internal organs found in crustaceans like crabs and shrimp.
Usage notes & examples
available in the
mobile app