ハム
Meanings
1
Refers to the food product; used in cooking and everyday contexts.
I had ham and eggs for breakfast.
Slice this ham thinly and use it for sandwiches.
2
Informal term for an amateur radio enthusiast; used in hobbyist contexts.
He enjoys ham radio on weekends.
Usage patterns
- ハムを挟むto put ham between (bread, etc.)
I put ham and cheese between bread and ate it.
- ハムをやるto do amateur radio (as a hobby)
My father has been into amateur radio since he was young.
- ハムを薄く切るto slice ham thin
I sliced the ham thin and scattered it over the salad.