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JLPT N44画 · 4 strokesradical 牛grade 2freq #1200

cow, bull, bovine

On'yomi (音読み)

  • ギュウ
  • ニュウ

Kun'yomi (訓読み)

  • うし

Mnemonic

Imagine a giant cow lounging in a field, its shape resembling the kanji for 'cow', with each curve embodying its calm, bovine nature.

About this kanji

The kanji 「牛」 means "cow" or "bull" and refers to bovine animals in general. It is commonly used as a noun, appearing in various compounds. For example, 牛肉 (ぎゅうにく) means "beef" and describes the meat from cows, while 牛乳 (ぎゅうにゅう) translates to "milk," specifically cow's milk, which is widely consumed. Another term, 牛車 (ぎゅうしゃ), means "ox cart," highlighting the traditional use of oxen for transportation. When using this kanji, keep in mind that it represents both the animal and products derived from it, making it quite versatile in everyday conversation.

Example sentences

  • 牛肉はとてもおいしい。

    Beef is very delicious.

Meanings across languages

English
cow, bull, bovine
Tiếng Việt
日本語
うし, 牛
한국어
中文
id
sapi
th
วัว
es
vaca
fr
vache
de
Kuh
pt
vaca

Common compounds

  • 牛肉ぎゅうにくbeef
  • 牛乳ぎゅうにゅうmilk, cow's milk
  • 牛車ぎゅうしゃox cart

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