Japanese Word · Intermediate
さかずき
a sake cup
Pronunciation: [sa̠ka̠zɨkʲi]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "a sake cup".
Example
春高楼の花の宴 めぐる盃かげさして
On the high tower in spring at a cherry-banquet, sake cups are exchanged while a shadow is being cast.
Practice tips
- Practice さかずき out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.