Itamae

Pronunciation: /i.tə.maɪ/

Definitions of itamae

noun a skilled sushi chef in Japanese cuisine

Example Sentences

A1 An itamae is a traditional Japanese sushi chef.

A2 The itamae skillfully prepared the sushi with precision.

B1 The itamae's expertise in sushi making is highly respected.

B2 As an itamae, he has trained for years to perfect his craft.

C1 The itamae's attention to detail and dedication to his work set him apart from other chefs.

C2 The renowned itamae was invited to showcase his skills at a prestigious culinary event.

Examples of itamae in a Sentence

formal The itamae skillfully prepared the sushi with precision and expertise.

informal I always look forward to the itamae's sushi rolls at my favorite restaurant.

slang That itamae is the real deal when it comes to making sushi.

figurative In the kitchen, the head chef is like the itamae of the team, guiding and leading the other cooks.

Grammatical Forms of itamae

• past tense: itamaed
• plural: itamaes
• comparative: more itamae
• superlative: most itamae
• present tense: itamaes
• future tense: will itamae
• perfect tense: have itamaed
• continuous tense: is itamaeing
• singular: itamae
• positive degree: itamae
• infinitive: to itamae
• gerund: itamaeing
• participle: itamaed

Origin and Evolution of itamae

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Japanese

Story behind the word: The word 'itamae' originated in Japan.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a skilled sushi chef responsible for preparing sushi, the term 'itamae' has evolved to encompass a broader meaning of a highly skilled chef specializing in Japanese cuisine.