Meaning

Primary

Cat

Word Type

noun

Explanation

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

Reading

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

Explanation

The reading is the same as the one you learned with the kanji. Neko neko neko! Kawaiiiii.

Context

Common Word Combinations

  • 猫の場合

    in the case of cats

    猫の手

    front paw of a cat

    猫の目

    eyes of a cat

Context Sentences

とてもかわいい猫ちゃんですね。

She is a very cute cat.

この猫は人なつっこい性格です。

This cat has a friendly personality.

猫も家族の一員です。

Cats are part of the family, too.

Kanji Composition