酢酸
Meanings
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
acetic acid
The main component of vinegar; a colorless liquid with a pungent smell. Used as a chemical term and in everyday references to vinegar acidity.
Acetic acid is the main component of vinegar.
This solution contains acetic acid.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉に酢酸を加えるto add acetic acid to something
In the experiment, we added acetic acid to the solution little by little.
- 酢酸のにおいがするto smell of acetic acid
This liquid smells of acetic acid.