This week's topi is: New Year’s in Japan - Part III
-the Food and Drinks
[Word definitions]
on the [adj.] side: somewhat [adj.]
broth (n.): ‘soup’ made by slowly cooking meat, fish, or vegetables (just liquid).
resilient (adj.): tough; able to quickly recover
longevity (n.): long life
fermented (adj.): changed over time by bacteria and other microorganisms
sprinkle (n. / v.): add liquid, powder, or small pieces over something
banquet (n.): formal gathering that includes eating and drinking
nobility (n.): the higher, ‘elite’ class of society (especially in monarchies)
tiered (adj.): with several levels (e.g. a tiered Hina doll set)
lacquered (adj.): coated with a glossy coating made from special tree sap (=tree liquid)
vary (v.): differ