Adsuki Bean

Pronunciation: /æˈdzʊki biːn/

Definitions of adsuki bean

noun a small, dark red bean commonly used in East Asian cuisine

Example Sentences

A1 I like to eat adsuki beans in my soup.

A2 Adsuki beans are a popular ingredient in Asian cuisine.

B1 You can find adsuki beans in most health food stores.

B2 Adsuki beans are often used in desserts like red bean paste.

C1 The nutritional benefits of adsuki beans make them a great addition to a balanced diet.

C2 Some people soak adsuki beans overnight before cooking to improve their digestibility.

Examples of adsuki bean in a Sentence

formal Adsuki beans, also known as red beans, are commonly used in Asian cuisine.

informal I love adding adsuki beans to my homemade chili for extra flavor and texture.

slang These adsuki beans are the bomb - they make the best bean dip ever!

figurative The adsuki beans in this dish are like little nuggets of gold, adding richness and depth to the flavor.

Grammatical Forms of adsuki bean

• plural: adsuki beans
• comparative: more adsuki bean
• superlative: most adsuki bean
• present tense: adsuki bean
• future tense: will be adsuki bean
• perfect tense: has been adsuki bean
• continuous tense: is being adsuki bean
• singular: adsuki bean
• positive degree: adsuki bean
• infinitive: to be adsuki bean
• gerund: being adsuki bean
• participle: adsuki beaned

Origin and Evolution of adsuki bean

First Known Use: 0017 year

Language of Origin: Japanese

Story behind the word: The word 'adsuki' comes from the Japanese word 'adzuki', which refers to the small red beans that are commonly used in Asian cuisine.

Evolution of the word: The term 'adsuki bean' has been used in English since the 17th century to refer to the small red beans, and its usage has remained consistent over time.