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How to say “ramen” in Japanese

ラーメン
rāmen
nounFood & drink
The short answer

“Ramen” in Japanese is ラーメン, pronounced rāmen.

Pronunciation

The word has 4 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or play the whole word:

How to use it

Noodle soup with Chinese origins, now a Japanese icon. Popular styles include (soy sauce), (miso) and (pork bone).

Example sentences

  • ラーメンを食べに行きませんか。ラーメンをたべにいきませんか。
    Want to go eat ramen?
  • このラーメンはからいです。このラーメンはからいです。
    This ramen is spicy.

Quick practice

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FAQ

How do you say ramen in Japanese?

Ramen in Japanese is ラーメン, pronounced “rāmen”.