noun
instant noodles
Refers to any type of instant noodles, including cup noodles and packet noodles.
即席めんは忙しいときの強い味方だ。
Instant noodles are a great help when you're busy.
Common mixed kanji-kana spelling.
Full kanji spelling; less common but still seen.
More specific term for instant ramen; 即席めん is a broader category including udon, soba, etc.
Refers specifically to cup-style instant noodles, a subset of 即席めん.
Compound of 即席 (instant) and 麺 (noodles).