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[しょく()]
shoku
noun, counter

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[じき()]
jiki
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shi
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English Meaning(s) for 食

noun
  1. food; foodstuff
  2. eating; appetite
noun, counter
  1. meal

Definition and Synonyms for 食

Feeding the act of consuming food
Synonyms: はむ, 喫飯, 摂食, , , 食い, 食う, 食み
Morsel a small amount of solid food
Synonyms: 一口, 一飲み, 含み, 含む, ,
Morsel a mouthful
Synonyms: 一口, 一飲み, 含み, 含む, ,

Meanings for each kanji in 食

» eat; food

Categories 食 is a member of

Intake the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating)
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Taste a small amount eaten or drunk
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Sample Sentences for 食

Diet accounts for more than one million deaths.
I really like the crisp texture of gizzards.
The rates cover all the meals at the hotel.
A good appetite, sound sleep, and regular motions are the three signs of good health.
Good eating habits are essential.

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