Japanese

べんとう
Meaning: boxed lunch; bento
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

今日は早起きして、お弁当を作った。
I woke up early today to make a lunch box.
明日、忘れずに弁当を持ってきてください。
Please bring your lunch tomorrow without forgetting.
昼休みには、公園で弁当を食べることが多い。
During lunch break, I often eat a bento in the park.
土曜は友人と公園で弁当を食べる予定です。
On Saturday, I plan to eat a boxed lunch with a friend in the park.
母は弁当に小さな手紙を忍ばせた。
Mother slipped a small letter into the lunchbox.

Usage Notes

Refers to a portable meal, usually in a container. 'Bento-bako' is a bento box.

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