おまかせ
おまかせ
noun
leaving it up to someone; chef's choice
1.
leaving it up to someone; entrusting to someone
letting another person make decisions or handle something on your behalf
メニューは全部おまかせします。
I'll leave the menu entirely up to you.
選ぶのが面倒だから、おまかせで。
Choosing is too much trouble, so I'll leave it to you.
予算はおまかせします。
I'll leave the budget up to you.
2.
chef's choice; omakase
a dining style where the chef selects and prepares dishes for the customer, common at sushi restaurants and high-end Japanese establishments
おまかせコースを注文した。
I ordered the omakase course.
この寿司屋のおまかせは絶品だ。
The omakase at this sushi restaurant is exquisite.
おまかせなら旬の食材を楽しめる。
With omakase, you can enjoy seasonal ingredients.
FORMATION:
お + 任せ (entrusting) → polite form of leaving it up to someone
DINING CULTURE:
おまかせ is a respected dining tradition in Japan, especially at sushi restaurants. The chef uses their expertise to select the best seasonal ingredients and prepare a personalized course. Prices vary widely but can be quite expensive at high-end establishments.
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- おまかせコース (omakase course meal)
- おまかせで (leave it up to [you])
- 大将のおまかせ (chef's selection)
ETIQUETTE:
When ordering おまかせ, it's polite to mention any allergies or strong dislikes beforehand. Trust the chef's choices and enjoy each dish.
PRICING:
At sushi restaurants, おまかせ is often more expensive than ordering à la carte but provides a curated experience.