軟骨
Meanings
1
cartilage; gristle
Anatomical term for the flexible connective tissue found in joints, ears, nose, etc.
The cartilage in my knee has worn down and hurts.
2
nankotsu; deep-fried chicken cartilage
A popular izakaya or yakitori dish, usually chicken cartilage (often from the breast or knee) seasoned and deep-fried or grilled.
I ordered deep-fried chicken cartilage at the izakaya.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉の軟骨がすり減るfor the cartilage in a joint to wear down
As I've gotten older, the cartilage in my knee has started to wear down.
- 軟骨を焼くto grill chicken cartilage (as an izakaya dish)
At the izakaya, I had them grill some chicken cartilage with salt.
- 軟骨がコリコリしているcartilage has a crunchy, crisp texture
This cartilage has a nice crunchy texture and tastes great.