Definition

A Japanese dish made of thin noodles served in a flavorful broth, often topped with meat and vegetables.

Example

I love eating ramen on cold days because it's warm and comforting.

Conversation

Have you ever tried making ramen at home?

No, but I love eating it at restaurants!

It's actually pretty fun and easy to cook.

I'll have to give it a shot — I really enjoy ramen.

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Root Explanation

Ramen originates from the Japanese word 'ラーメン' (ramen), which is derived from the Chinese '拉麵' (lāmiàn), meaning 'pulled noodles'. The term refers specifically to a type of Japanese noodle soup dish that features wheat noodles served in a meat- or fish-based broth, often flavored with soy sauce or miso, and topped with various ingredients.

Memory Tip

Imagine 'pulled noodles' from China, which helps you remember that ramen is a delicious noodle soup dish.

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