Japanese Word · Intermediate
オピウム
opium
Pronunciation: [o̞pʲiɯ̟mɯ̟]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "opium".
Example
今ではオピウムまで栽培させ常習性のある麻薬を精製し
These days opium is cultivated and refined into an addictive narcotic.
Practice tips
- Practice オピウム 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.