Synonym Nuance VS
How to say "Fruit" in Japanese
Both words can translate to "fruit", but which should you choose?
Japanese Option A
果物
くだもの (kudamono)
N5 / CEFR Syllabus
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Japanese Option B
くだもの
くだもの (kudamono)
N5 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "fruit" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 果物 and くだもの.
In Japanese, 果物 (くだもの (kudamono)) is typically associated with "fruit" (Syllabus Level: N5) and represents General term for fruit. Often refers to fresh fruit like apples, bananas, etc..
On the other hand, くだもの (くだもの (kudamono)) maps to "fruit" (Syllabus Level: N5) and represents General term for fruit. Often eaten as a snack or dessert.. A literal translation of "fruit" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!
Bilingual Context for "果物"
毎日果物を食べます。
I eat fruit every day.
Bilingual Context for "くだもの"
りんごは好きな果物です。
Apples are my favorite fruit.
Nuance Mastery Quiz
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: "毎日 ＿＿＿ を食べます。" (Meaning: "I eat fruit every day.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "果物" fits here because it means "fruit" in the context of: "I eat fruit every day.". "くだもの" represents "fruit".