Pepper, the spice used in cooking (black or white pepper), used to add heat and aroma. Often written in kana.
サラダにこしょうを少々かけてください。
Please sprinkle a little pepper on the salad.
このレシピには胡椒を多めに入れるとおいしい。
This recipe is tasty if you put in a bit more pepper.
こしょうは料理の味を引き締める調味料だ。
Pepper is a seasoning that sharpens the flavor of dishes.