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B1 adjective 2 دقيقة للقراءة

熟成した

熟成した (jukusei shita) is used for things that have been aged or matured to improve their quality.

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B1
Adjective
Aged/Matured

§ Understanding 熟成した

You might think of "aged" or "matured" mostly in terms of cheese or wine, right? In Japanese, 熟成した (じゅくせいした - jukuseishita) works similarly but has a broader application. It describes something that has developed fully over time, gaining a desirable quality.

Japanese Word: 熟成した (じゅくせいした)

Type: Adjective

CEFR Level: B1

Definition: Aged; matured. Refers to something that has fully developed over time, often acquiring improved flavor, character, or quality.

§ Where you actually hear this word — work, school, news

You'll encounter 熟成した quite often, not just in food-related contexts, but also in more abstract senses. It's a useful word to know because it conveys a sense of development and refinement.

In Food and Drink: This is probably the most common place you'll hear it. Think about delicious miso, soy sauce, sake, or even certain cuts of meat.

このチーズは熟成した風味がありますね。

Hint: This cheese has an _____ flavor, doesn't it?

熟成した醤油は料理の味を深めます。

Hint: _____ soy sauce deepens the flavor of dishes.

In Discussions about People or Ideas: While less direct than with food, you can use 熟成した to describe ideas, plans, or even skills that have developed over time and are now considered well-thought-out or refined.

彼のアイデアは長い時間をかけて熟成したものだ。

Hint: His idea is something that has _____ over a long time.

この計画は十分熟成したと言えるでしょう。

Hint: We can say this plan is sufficiently _____.

In News or Business Reports: You might see it used when talking about long-term projects, partnerships, or even political negotiations that have taken time to come to fruition and are now solid.

両社の提携は時間をかけて熟成したものです。

Hint: The partnership between both companies is something that has _____ over time.

彼の政治的手腕は長年の経験によって熟成した。

Hint: His political skill has _____ through many years of experience.

Understanding 熟成した helps you grasp the nuance of things developing positively over time, whether it's a gourmet food item or a well-crafted business strategy. Pay attention to the context, and you'll quickly get a feel for how it's used.

How Formal Is It?

رسمي

"このチーズは長期間熟成されたものです。(This cheese has been aged for a long period.)"

محايد

"熟成したワインはとても美味しい。(Aged wine is very delicious.)"

غير رسمي

"この果物はよく熟したね。(This fruit ripened well, didn't it?)"

Child friendly

"このブドウはお日様でさらに美味しくなったよ。(These grapes became even more delicious in the sun.)"

عامية

"彼の演技はかなりこなれてるね。(His acting is quite seasoned/polished.)"

تعبيرات اصطلاحية

"時が熟成させる"

Time matures/ages it.

このワインは時が熟成させることで、さらに美味しくなります。 (This wine will become even more delicious as time ages it.)

neutral

"熟成肉"

Aged meat.

このレストランの熟成肉は絶品です。 (The aged meat at this restaurant is exquisite.)

neutral

"熟成期間"

Aging period; maturation period.

チーズの熟成期間は種類によって異なります。 (The aging period for cheese varies depending on the type.)

neutral

"熟成味噌"

Aged miso.

熟成味噌で作った味噌汁は、深みのある味わいです。 (Miso soup made with aged miso has a rich flavor.)

neutral

"熟成させる"

To age; to mature (transitive).

ワインを熟成させるのは忍耐が必要です。 (Aging wine requires patience.)

neutral

"熟成する"

To age; to mature (intransitive).

このお酒は瓶の中でゆっくりと熟成します。 (This alcohol slowly ages in the bottle.)

neutral

"熟成度"

Degree of aging/maturation.

チーズの熟成度によって風味が変わります。 (The flavor changes depending on the degree of cheese maturation.)

neutral

"熟成が進む"

Aging progresses.

ウイスキーは熟成が進むほど、香りが豊かになります。 (As whiskey ages, its aroma becomes richer.)

neutral

"熟成するのを待つ"

To wait for it to age/mature.

果物が熟成するのを待ってから食べましょう。 (Let's eat the fruit after waiting for it to mature.)

neutral

"熟成された味"

An aged taste; a matured flavor.

この醤油は熟成された味がして、とても美味しいです。 (This soy sauce has an aged taste and is very delicious.)

neutral

نصائح

Basic Meaning of 熟成した

The core meaning of 熟成した (jukuseishita) is to be aged or matured. Think of it like a fine wine or cheese that has been allowed to develop over time.

Usage with Food

You'll most commonly hear 熟成した when talking about food, especially things like meat, cheese, sake, miso, or even fruit. It implies an improved quality or flavor due to the aging process.

Beyond Food: Metaphorical Usage

While primarily for food, 熟成した can also be used metaphorically for non-food items, such as a plan or an idea that has been carefully developed or thought through over time, making it more robust.

Grammar: Adjective Form

熟成した is an adjective, so it directly modifies a noun. For example, 熟成したチーズ (jukuseishita chiizu) means 'aged cheese'.

Opposite Idea

The opposite idea might be something that is fresh or new, without the benefits of aging. While there isn't a direct opposite word, consider words like 新鮮な (shinsen na - fresh) for food.

Kanji Breakdown: 熟

The kanji 熟 (juku) means ripe, skilled, mature. This kanji itself carries the essence of the word.

Kanji Breakdown: 成

The kanji 成 (sei/naru) means to become, to achieve, to form. Together with 熟, it creates the meaning of 'having become ripe/mature'.

Common Phrases with 熟成

Look for phrases like 熟成肉 (jukusei niku - aged meat) or 熟成期間 (jukusei kikan - aging period) to see how it's used in context.

Japanese Food Culture Connection

The concept of 熟成 is very important in Japanese cuisine, especially with things like miso and sake, where precise aging techniques are used to develop deep and complex flavors.

Practice Sentences

Try saying: このチーズは熟成した味がする。 (Kono chiizu wa jukuseishita aji ga suru.) - This cheese tastes aged. Or: 彼の計画は熟成したものだった。 (Kare no keikaku wa jukuseishita mono datta.) - His plan was a well-matured one.

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multiple choice A1

Which of these means 'aged' or 'matured'?

صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: 熟成した

熟成した (jukusei shita) directly translates to aged or matured.

multiple choice A1

You want to say 'matured cheese'. Which word would you use?

صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: 熟成したチーズ

熟成した (jukusei shita) means aged or matured, so 熟成したチーズ means matured cheese.

multiple choice A1

Which sentence uses '熟成した' correctly?

صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: これは熟成したワインです。

熟成した (jukusei shita) describes something that has aged, like wine. The sentence means 'This is aged wine.'

true false A1

The word '熟成した' means 'new'.

صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: خطأ

No, '熟成した' means 'aged' or 'matured', not 'new'.

true false A1

You can use '熟成した' to describe aged meat.

صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: صحيح

Yes, '熟成した' is used for food items that have been aged, like meat or cheese.

true false A1

The word '熟成した' means 'small'.

صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: خطأ

No, '熟成した' means 'aged' or 'matured', not 'small'.

listening A2

This is aged cheese.

صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: これは熟成したチーズです。