Japanese

だんご
Meaning: dumpling; dango
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

団
子

Example sentences

I bought warm dumplings at a festival stall.
秋の夜に、家族と一緒に団子を食べながら月見を楽しんだ。
On an autumn night, I enjoyed moon viewing while eating dango with my family.
十五夜の夜には団子を供えて月を眺めます。
On the night of the full moon, we offer dumplings and enjoy looking at the moon.

Usage Notes

A traditional Japanese sweet made from rice flour. Often served on a skewer.

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