塩分

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 塩分(えんぶん) refers to the salt present in food, water, or similar substances, and to its amount.
• Basic usage: It describes reducing the salt content of meals out of concern for health.
  • 健康のため食事の塩分を控えている。

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Salt and salt content
  • 塩(しお) denotes salt itself. 塩分が多い describes food or water containing a large amount of salt.