Meaning of the word mochi in English
What does mochi mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
mochi
US /ˈmoʊ.tʃi/
UK /ˈməʊ.tʃi/
Noun
a Japanese rice cake made of mochigome, a short-grain japonica glutinous rice, and sometimes other ingredients such as water, sugar, and cornstarch. The rice is pounded into paste and molded into the desired shape.
Example:
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She loves eating mochi, especially the ones filled with red bean paste.
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Traditional mochi is often prepared during Japanese New Year.