Quick answer
油 is the kanji for "Oil". A common reading is あぶら (abura). You can practice writing it on this page.
Meaning
Oil
Also : Fat
Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
Trace the kanji stroke by stroke with a visual guide.
Memory Aid
The kanji 油 represents 'OIL'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of oil.
On-reading: ゆ — remember this sound by associating it with oil. Kun-reading: あぶら.
Example Sentences
天ぷらを作るとき、油の温度を適切に保つことが大切です。
てんぷらをつくるとき、あぶらのおんどをてきせつにたもつことがたいせつです。
When making tempura, it is important to maintain the oil at the right temperature.
料理に油を使いすぎると体に良くないです。
りょうりにあぶらをつかいすぎるとからだによくないです。
Using too much oil in cooking is not good for your body.
Vocabulary using 油
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