Translation guide
In Japanese cooking, grated daikon radish is a common condiment and ingredient. The most natural way to refer to it is 大根おろし (daikon oroshi). This guide covers how to talk about it in various contexts.
grated daikon
Referring to grated daikon radish as a dish, topping, or side.
The standard term for grated daikon radish. Used in recipes, menus, and everyday conversation.
I serve grilled fish with grated daikon.
The grated daikon is refreshing and delicious.
Less common than 大根おろし, but still used. Sometimes seen in product names or formal contexts.
This grated daikon has a strong sharpness.
Describing the process of grating daikon radish.
The verb phrase meaning 'to grate daikon'. Use this when talking about the action.
Grate the daikon and mix it with ponzu.
Specifying that a dish contains or is made with grated daikon.
大根おろし (daikon oroshi) is the most natural order. おろし大根 (oroshi daikon) is less common but still correct. When in doubt, use 大根おろし.