JLPT N4 Elementary
ポテト
French fries (most common), or potato.
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Other forms
フライドポテト full word for French fries
じゃがいも the native Japanese word for potato
ポテチ short for potato chips
1 Noun
French Fries
A shortened loanword specifically referring to deep-fried potato strips rather than the raw vegetable.
2 Noun
Potato (the vegetable)
The potato as an ingredient, typically found in the names of Western-style dishes or processed snacks.
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