Uramaki

Pronunciation: /ʊrəˈmɑːki/

Definitions of uramaki

noun a type of sushi roll that is made inside out, with the rice on the outside and the seaweed on the inside

Example Sentences

A1 I tried uramaki for the first time and I loved it.

A2 Uramaki is a type of sushi that is rolled inside-out with the rice on the outside.

B1 When I go to a sushi restaurant, I always order uramaki with avocado and cucumber.

B2 The chef at the sushi bar made the most delicious uramaki with fresh tuna and spicy mayo.

C1 I have been learning how to make uramaki at home and it's been a fun challenge.

C2 The presentation of the uramaki at the high-end sushi restaurant was exquisite and tasted even better.

Examples of uramaki in a Sentence

formal The chef prepared a platter of uramaki, showcasing his expertise in sushi making.

informal I always order the uramaki rolls when I go out for sushi with my friends.

slang These uramaki rolls are bomb, you have to try them!

figurative The uramaki of life is when you take risks and try new things.

Grammatical Forms of uramaki

• plural: uramakis
• comparative: more uramaki
• superlative: most uramaki
• present tense: uramaki
• future tense: will uramaki
• perfect tense: has uramakied
• continuous tense: is uramakiing
• singular: uramaki
• positive degree: uramaki
• infinitive: to uramaki
• gerund: uramakiing
• participle: uramakied

Origin and Evolution of uramaki

First Known Use: 1950 year

Language of Origin: Japanese

Story behind the word: The word 'uramaki' originates from Japan and is commonly used in the context of sushi making.

Evolution of the word: Initially, 'uramaki' referred to a specific type of inside-out sushi roll where the rice is on the outside. Over time, the term has become more widely used to describe any sushi roll where the rice is on the outside, regardless of the fillings or ingredients used.