bento
Meaning: Japanese lunch box
Pronunciation: BEN-toh
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Meaning
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Japanese lunch box
Usage: Packed lunch
Examples
"I bring bento fo lunch"
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: Japanese
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "bento" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"bento" means "Japanese lunch box" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Packed lunch.
How do you pronounce "bento"?
"bento" is pronounced "BEN-toh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "bento" in a sentence?
Example: "I bring bento fo lunch"
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