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No. 1,300 in Japanese

牡蠣

Oyster.

In a sentence

  • 昨日、潮干狩りで牡蠣をたくさん取ったよ。

    Yesterday, I harvested many oysters during the shellfish gathering.

    Here, "牡蠣" is used as a noun to refer to the seafood, oysters.

  • 牡蠣は新鮮なうちに食べるのが一番美味しい。

    It's best to eat oysters while they are fresh.

    In this sentence, "牡蠣" is described and emphasized for quality and freshness, illustrating its culinary use.

  • オイスターバーで牡蠣を食べるのが好きです。

    I enjoy eating oysters at an oyster bar.

    Here, "牡蠣" is part of a common activity phrase reflecting dining culture including oysters.

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