No. 1,523 in Japanese
チリ
"チリ" (chiri) in Japanese means "dust" or "Chile" (the country), depending on context.
In a sentence
チリは南アメリカの国です。
Chile is a country in South America.
Here, 'チリ' refers to the proper noun 'Chile,' which is the name of a country.
部屋の隅にチリが溜まっている。
Dust has accumulated in the corner of the room.
In this usage, 'チリ' refers to 'dust' or 'small particles of debris' typically found indoors.
辛いチリソースが大好きです。
I love spicy chili sauce.
Here, 'チリ' represents 'chili,' referring to the spicy fruits or sauces made from them, often used in culinary contexts.
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