Meaning

Primary

Small Animal Counter

Alternative

Counter For Small Animals

Word Type

counter

Explanation

The kanji and the word are exactly the same. That means they share meanings as well.

Reading

ひき
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

The reading is the same as what you learned with the kanji.

Context

Pattern of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 一匹

    one small animal

    二匹

    two small animals

    三匹

    three small animals

Context Sentences

男は、三匹のネズミに向かって大声を上げた。

The man shouted at the three rats.

一体、女王様のペットのヘビは何匹いるんだ?

How many pet snakes does the queen have?

大きい方の犬はガレージにいて、もう一匹は室内にいるよ。

We keep the bigger dog in the garage and the other one in our house.

Kanji Composition