七なな色いろ

noun

seven colors; prismatic colors

Refers to the seven colors of the rainbow or a full spectrum of colors. Often used in poetic or descriptive contexts.

• 虹にじは七なな色いろに輝かがやいていた。

  The rainbow shone in seven colors.

noun

seven-spice blend

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Abbreviation of 七色唐辛子 (shichimi tōgarashi), a common Japanese spice mixture. Used in cooking and everyday conversation.

See also: 七色唐辛子

• うどんに七なな色いろをかけると風ふう味みが増ます。

  Sprinkling seven-spice blend on udon enhances the flavor.