えのき

enoki
Common noun

Translations

1. enoki mushroom
2. hackberry tree

Notes

The term 'えのき' can refer to both the enoki mushroom, commonly used in Japanese cuisine, and the hackberry tree. Context determines the meaning.

Examples

えのきは鍋料理によく使われます。

Enoki wa nabe ryouri ni yoku tsukawaremasu.

Enoki mushrooms are often used in hot pot dishes.

庭に大きなえのきの木があります。

Niwa ni ookina enoki no ki ga arimasu.

There is a large hackberry tree in the garden.