Translation and Meaning of: 冷凍 - reitou

The word 「冷凍」 (reitou) is used to describe the freezing process, where objects, food, or liquids are cooled to very low temperatures for conservation or preservation. The etymology of the word combines the kanji「冷」 (rei), which means "cold" or "frozen," with「凍」(tou), which refers to "to freeze" or "ice." Together, these characters form a word that evokes the idea of keeping something in a frozen state through low temperatures.

In everyday context, the term 「冷凍」 is essential in culinary and industrial fields, primarily relating to food preservation. The practice of freezing food allows it to be stored for extended periods without losing its nutritional value or taste. The technology and method of 「冷凍」 have ancient roots, with the difference that today we employ modern refrigeration methods. Historically, humanity utilized naturally cold environments, but today electric systems prevail to achieve such an effect.

In addition to its practical application, 「冷凍」 is also an integral part of the Japanese vocabulary in compound expressions, such as 「冷凍食品」 (reitou shokuhin), referring to frozen foods, and 「冷凍庫」 (reitouko), which means freezer. These combinations expand the usability of the word, highlighting its importance in daily interactions and storage systems. Japanese culture, especially after periods of rapid industrialization, has widely adopted freezing technology in sync with the advancement of home appliances, making 「冷凍」 a fundamental part of the modern structure of homes and businesses.

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Synonyms and similar words

• 冷凍庫 (Reitōko) - freezer
• 冷凍食品 (Reitōshokuhin) - Frozen foods
• 冷凍保存 (Reitōhozon) - Frozen preservation
• 冷凍庫内 (Reitōkounai) - Inside the freezer
• 冷凍冷蔵庫 (Reitōreizōko) - Freezer refrigerator
• 冷凍冷蔵 (Reitōreizō) - Freeze and refrigerate
• 冷凍庫に (Reitōko ni) - Sem congelador
• 冷凍庫で (Reitōko de) - No freezer (indicate action location)
• 冷凍食品を (Reitōshokuhin o) - Frozen foods
• 冷凍保存する (Reitōhozon suru) - Perform cryopreservation
• 冷凍庫に入れる (Reitōko ni ireru) - Put in the freezer
• 冷凍庫から (Reitōko kara) - From inside the freezer
• 冷凍庫内に (Reitōkounai ni) - Inside the freezer (direction)
• 冷凍庫内で (Reitōkounai de) - Inside the freezer (location of action)
• 冷凍庫に保管する (Reitōko ni hokan suru) - Store in the freezer
• 冷凍庫に保存する (Reitōko ni hozon suru) - Save in the freezer
• 冷凍庫に冷やす (Reitōko ni hiyasu) - Chill in the freezer
• 冷凍庫に入った (Reitōko ni haitta) - Went into the freezer
• 冷凍食品を解凍する (Reitōshokuhin o kaitō suru) - Defrost frozen foods

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