あぶら
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JLPT:N2
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1Fat found in meat, fish, or plants — tends to solidify at room temperature; often refers specifically to animal fat, as distinct from liquid 油 (oil).

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豚肉の脂の部分が苦手で、いつも切り落としている。

I'm not fond of the fatty part of pork, so I always trim it off.

サンマは脂がのっている時期が一番おいしい。

Saury tastes best during the season when it's fattiest.

揚げ物ばかり食べていると、脂の摂りすぎになる。

If you only eat fried food, you'll end up consuming too much fat.

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