What does the JLPT N3 word "粉" mean?

The N3 word "粉" (こな (kona)) means "powder, flour". It is an essential vocabulary item for the JLPT exam.

Can you give an example sentence for "粉"?

Yes, a common example is: "ケーキを作るために小麦粉を買った。" which translates to "I bought flour to make a cake.".

こな (kona)

粉

powder, flour

💡 Nuance & Usage: Noun. Refers to any substance that has been ground into fine particles. Can specify types like 小麦粉 (komugiko - wheat flour), 洗剤の粉 (senzai no kona - powdered detergent), etc.

📝 Example Sentences

ケーキを作るために小麦粉を買った。

I bought flour to make a cake.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "粉"!

パンを作るには、小麦_______が必要です。

🎉 正解 / Correct!

日本語: パンの材料で、小麦をひいて作ったものは「小麦粉」です。
English: The ingredient for bread, made by grinding wheat, is 'wheat flour'.

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