あく

  1. noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

    lye
    word usually written using kana alone

  2. noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

    harsh taste, bitter taste, alkaline taste, astringency
    word usually written using kana alone

    • 4.煮え立たせる寸前で弱火にして、もう一度灰汁を取り除きます。
      4. Just before bringing it to the boil, set to a low flame and remove the scum again.
  3. noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

    scum (on a soup, broth etc.)
    word usually written using kana alone

  4. noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

    (excessive) self-assertiveness, strong individuality, strong idiosyncrasy
    also written incorrectly as 悪
    word usually written using kana alone