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Definition of sudachi

sudachi

/suːˈdɑːtʃi/
su · da · chi
Plural:sudachis
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sudachi Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A small, round, green Japanese citrus fruit (Citrus sudachi) that is highly acidic and traditionally used as a tart flavoring or garnish in Japanese cuisine.

Example

"The chef squeezed fresh sudachi juice over the grilled matsutake mushrooms to brighten the rich flavors of the dish."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Often confused with other Japanese citrus fruits like yuzu and kabosu; sudachi is notably smaller, usually harvested and used while still green, and has a distinctively sharp, peppery tartness.

• Rhymes for sudachi

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Japanese 'sudachi' (酢橘), a combination of 'su' (vinegar) and 'tachibana' (a type of wild citrus), reflecting its historical use as a natural vinegar substitute.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sudachi. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sudachi
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