Japanese - animals & adjectives Flashcards
What is the Japanese word for rabbit?
うさぎ
Commonly kept as a pet and known for their cute appearance.
What is the Japanese word for dog?
いぬ
One of the most popular pet animals, often referred to as a loyal companion.
What is the Japanese word for cat?
ねこ
Known for their independence and playful behavior, cats are a common choice for pets.
What is the Japanese word for bird?
とり
Includes various species, often kept for their singing or colorful feathers.
What is the Japanese word for goldfish?
きんぎょ
Often kept in aquariums, they are known for their vibrant colors.
What is the Japanese word for horse?
うま
Typically not a domestic pet but valued for work and companionship.
What is the Japanese word for snake?
へび
Some people keep snakes as exotic pets.
What is the Japanese word for duck?
あひる
Often found in farms and gardens, known for their quacking sound.
What is the Japanese adjective for cute?
かわいい
Commonly used to describe pets and young animals.
What is the Japanese adjective for scary?
こわい
Used to describe things that cause fear or anxiety.
What is the Japanese adjective for funny?
おかしい
Used to describe something that causes laughter.
What is the Japanese adjective for interesting?
おもしろい
Used to describe something that captures attention.
What is the Japanese adjective for big?
おおきい
Used to describe size, commonly used for animals like goldfish.
What is the Japanese adjective for small?
ちいさい
Used to describe size, often for younger animals.
What is the Japanese adjective for noisy?
うるさい
Describes loud sounds or disturbances.
What is the Japanese adjective for smelly?
くさい
Used to describe unpleasant odors.
What is the Japanese verb for ‘is’?
です
A copula used to link the subject with a predicate.
What is the Japanese verb for ‘to eat’?
たべます
Commonly used when discussing food consumption.
What is the Japanese verb for ‘to drink’?
のみます
Used when talking about consuming liquids.
Fill in the blank: The Japanese word for pet food is _______
えさ
Refers to food, especially for animals.
Fill in the blank: The Japanese word for meat is _______
にく
A common food source for many pets.
Fill in the blank: The Japanese word for grass is _______
くさ
Often a food source for herbivorous pets.
Fill in the blank: The Japanese word for fish is _______
さかな
Often kept in aquariums as pets.
Fill in the blank: The Japanese word for vegetables is _______
やさい
Commonly used in diets, including those for pets.
What is the Japanese word for water?
みず
Essential for all living creatures, including pets.
What is the Japanese word for teacher?
せんせい
A term used for educators or instructors.
What is the Japanese word for ‘I’ (female)?
わたし
A common pronoun used by females.
What is the Japanese word for ‘I’ (male)?
ぼく
A common pronoun used by males.
What is the Japanese word for ‘pet’?
ぺっと
Refers to domesticated animals kept for companionship.
