いか
Frequency rank: 26,482. – 26,645. (for form イカ: 9,886. – 9,906.)
- cuttlefish; squidword usually written using kana alone
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
Forms
- いかFrequency rank: 26,482. – 26,645.
- 烏賊【いか】【イカ】Frequency rank: 50,150. – 51,356.
- 鰞【いか】【イカ】
- イカFrequency rank: 9,886. – 9,906.
Generated definitions (experimental)
- cuttlefish; squid
This word refers to a type of marine animal, specifically a cephalopod that is known for its distinct body shape and ability to change color. It is commonly used in culinary contexts, especially in Japanese cuisine where it is served in various dishes.
I ate cuttlefish sashimi.
Grilled squid is very delicious.
Generated collocations (experimental)
いかをたべる食べるto eat cuttlefish/squidいかのさしみ刺身sashimi of cuttlefish/squidいかやき焼きgrilled cuttlefish/squidいかげそcuttlefish/squid tentacleいかのてんぷら天ぷらtempura of cuttlefish/squidいかのしおから塩辛fermented cuttlefish/squidいかすみスミcuttlefish inkいかのかばやき蒲焼grilled cuttlefish/squid with sweet soy sauceいかのぬたcuttlefish/squid in miso sauceいかめんちメンチcuttlefish/squid croquette
Wiktionary definitions (experimental)
Example sentences
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Large catches of squid are a sign of a coming earthquake.