旬

Peak season, current popularity, or a ten-day period.

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1 Noun, No-adjective

"In Season" (for food)

Indicates the specific time of year when a natural ingredient is at its peak flavor and nutritional value.

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今はいちごが旬です。

Strawberries are in season now.

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2 Noun, No-adjective

"Hot" / "In Vogue"

Describes a person, trend, or topic that is currently at the height of popularity and public interest.

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3 Noun

"A Ten-Day Period of a Month" (Reading: じゅん)

Designates a ten-day division of the month used primarily for dates and scheduling.

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旬

しゅん, じゅん

Peak season, current popularity, or a ten-day period.

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