Word details
杯
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 杯.
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Entry
1
Common noun
sake cup; cup for alcoholic beverages
Examples
アメリカでは杯やコーヒーメーカーを結婚式で花嫁にプレゼントすることがよくあります。
In the U.S., it is common to give a present, such as glasses or a coffee-maker, to the bride at weddings.
2
Counter
counter for cupfuls, bowlfuls, spoonfuls, etc.
Examples
何杯か飲むと、その男は酔って気持ちよくなった。
After a couple of drinks, the guy was feeling no pain.
3
Counter
counter for boats
4
Counter
counter for octopuses and squid
5
Noun, used as a suffix; Sports
cup; championship
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