Meaning

Primary

Veterinarian

Alternative

Vet

Word Type

noun, の adjective

Explanation

One who does beast medicine is a veterinarian, taking care of all them animals.

Reading

じゅうい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Context Sentences

うちの子の夢は獣医になることです。

My child's dream is to become a veterinarian.

獣医大学獣医学部で獣医学の勉強をしています。

I'm studying veterinary science at a veterinary school of a veterinary college.

獣医さんにペット保険をすすめられたんだよね。

I was recommended pet insurance by the veterinarian.

あの獣医さんに行く一番のメリットは、もちろん先生が優しくて賢いってこともあるけど、それだけじゃなくて治療費を分割で支払えるのよ。

Going to that veterinarian has the best benefits. Of course he’s kind and intelligent, but not only that, you can split up your bill into separate payments.

Kanji Composition