Meaning and Usage
"栄養" (えいよう) means "nutrition" or "nourishment." It refers to the substances in food that are necessary for growth, health, and energy. This word is commonly used in contexts related to diet, health, and food quality.
Common Contexts
You will often see "栄養" in discussions about balanced diets, healthy eating, and food content. For example, phrases like "栄養が豊富" (rich in nutrition) or "栄養を摂る" (to take in nutrition) are very common.
Collocations and Patterns
- 栄養を摂る: to consume or take nutrition, often used when talking about eating healthy food.
- 栄養が豊富: rich in nutrition, describing food or ingredients.
- 栄養不足: nutritional deficiency, used in medical or health contexts.
Register and Usage Notes
"栄養" is a neutral and formal word suitable for everyday conversation, education, and health-related discussions. It is not casual slang but is widely understood and used.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "栄養" with "栄光" (えいこう, glory) due to similar pronunciation. Remember that "栄養" relates to food and health, while "栄光" relates to honor or glory.