黴
かび · kabi
Mold, mould, mildew
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How it’s used
Often used in everyday contexts about household mold, but usually written in kana (かび) rather than kanji; formal writing may use 黴.
Not to be confused with カビ (often written in katakana in scientific contexts), which is the same word.
Example sentences
浴室に黴が生えた。
Mold grew in the bathroom.
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黴の匂いがする。
It smells moldy.
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What does 黴 mean?
Mold, mould, mildew.
How do you pronounce 黴?
かび (kabi). Pitch accent: heiban — flat. Press Listen above to hear it.
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