sushi
/ˈsuː.ʃi/
Japanese Origin
Food & Drink
Original Word
寿司
Kanji (sushi)
Entered English
1970s
First recorded usage in English
The Story Behind "sushi"
From Japanese 'sushi' (寿司), originally referring to fermented fish preserved in rice. The modern form of vinegared rice with fresh fish developed in Edo (Tokyo) in the 19th century.
Example Usage
"Let's go out for sushi tonight."