Natto

Pronunciation: /ˈnɑːtoʊ/

Definitions of natto

noun a traditional Japanese food made from fermented soybeans

Example Sentences

A1 I tried natto for the first time and I didn't like it.

A2 Natto is a traditional Japanese food made from fermented soybeans.

B1 Some people find the strong smell of natto off-putting.

B2 Natto is often eaten with rice and soy sauce in Japan.

C1 The unique texture of natto can be an acquired taste for some people.

C2 Natto is known for its health benefits due to its probiotic properties.

Examples of natto in a Sentence

formal Natto is a traditional Japanese dish made from fermented soybeans.

informal I tried natto for the first time and it was definitely an acquired taste.

slang Some people can't stand the smell of natto, but I think it's pretty good.

figurative The texture of natto is often compared to slimy or sticky, but some people enjoy it.

Grammatical Forms of natto

• past tense: nattoed
• plural: nattos
• comparative: more natto
• superlative: most natto
• present tense: eats natto
• future tense: will eat natto
• perfect tense: has eaten natto
• continuous tense: is eating natto
• singular: natto
• positive degree: very natto
• infinitive: to eat natto
• gerund: eating natto
• participle: eaten natto

Origin and Evolution of natto

First Known Use: 1000 year

Language of Origin: Japanese

Story behind the word: The word 'natto' originated from Japan.

Evolution of the word: The word 'natto' originally referred to fermented soybeans, a traditional Japanese food. Over time, it has become more widely known and used in other cultures as well.