灯油
とうゆ
touyu
JLPT N2nounVocabularyLevel 64 - JLPT N2

Quick answer

灯油 (とうゆ (touyu)) means "Kerosene". It is read とうゆ (touyu). This page covers its usage with example sentences.

Meaning

Kerosene

Also : Paraffin · Lamp oil

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Example Sentences

冬季にストーブを使う家庭では、灯油の購入が必要です。

とうきにすとーぶをつかうかていでは、とうゆのこうにゅうがひつようです。

Households using heaters in winter need to purchase kerosene.

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Last updated Jul 22, 2026

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