Lexical entry

シロップ

shiroppu

Sweet syrup used as a topping or ingredient.

Food & DrinkPure GairaigoSource: Dutch

Meaning

A sweet, viscous syrup used in drinks, desserts, or as a topping. In Japanese it commonly refers to flavored syrup in food contexts.

Examples

Example Sentences

パンケーキにメープルシロップをたっぷりとかける。

Pour plenty of maple syrup on the pancakes.

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かき氷のシロップは、いちご味が一番好きです。

I like strawberry flavor the best for shaved ice syrup.

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この飲み物は、シロップを加えるとさらにおいしくなります。

This drink becomes even more delicious if you add syrup.

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ストロープワッフル

A Dutch waffle made from two thin layers of baked dough joined by a caramel-like syrup.

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