Word details

ざる

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word ざる.

Dictionary

Entry

ザルNounUsually kanaFreq #15194
1

draining basket (traditionally made of bamboo); colander; strainer; sieve

2

something full of holes

3

Abbreviation; Food, cooking

zaru soba

4

Colloquial

strong drinker; someone who can drink like a fish

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

bamboo basket

10 strokes

On

ソウ

Kun

ざる

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