みそ

味 噌

Common word

  1. noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

    miso, fermented condiment usu. made from soybeans

  2. noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

    innards (from crabs, shrimps, etc.) resembling miso

  3. noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

    key point, main point, good part (of something)
    usu. as ミソ
    word usually written using kana alone

    • この電子辞書は携帯しやすいところが味噌です。
      The good thing about this electronic dictionary is that it's easy to carry.

  4. noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

    weakling, weak person
    derogatory

  5. expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.)

    try
    imperative; after the -te form of a verb; pun on 見ろ
    word usually written using kana alone
    slang
    jocular, humorous term