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A term primarily used to describe four-legged wild animals or beasts, often implying they are hairy or untamed. It can also be used figuratively to describe a person who lacks human feelings or behaves in a savage, primitive manner.

A general term for birds, which are feathered, winged, egg-laying, vertebrate animals. In a culinary context, it often refers specifically to chicken meat.

A general term for fish, referring to aquatic vertebrate animals that breathe through gills. In Japanese, it is used for both live fish and fish as food, though historically it meant food served with sake.

A formal and scientific term for insects, referring to small invertebrate animals that have six legs and generally one or two pairs of wings. While 'mushi' is used for bugs in general, 'konchu' specifically denotes the biological class of insects.

A general term for insects, bugs, or worms. It is used broadly in daily Japanese to describe small crawling or flying invertebrates, including butterflies, beetles, and spiders.

A dog; a common four-legged carnivorous domesticated mammal often kept as a pet, for guarding, or for working. In Japan, it is a highly popular animal frequently featured in folklore and modern culture as a symbol of loyalty.

Neko refers to the domestic cat, a small carnivorous mammal commonly kept as a house pet. It is one of the most popular animals in Japan and is frequently featured in folklore and modern pop culture.

A horse is a large four-legged mammal with hooves and a mane, traditionally used for riding, transport, or racing. In Japanese culture, it is one of the twelve animals of the zodiac and is historically associated with warriors and shrines.

The act of explaining or understanding the meaning of words, actions, or concepts in a particular way. It often implies a personal or subjective understanding of something that may have multiple meanings.

A response or reaction to a stimulus, action, or statement. It can refer to a person's behavior in response to something, or a physical/chemical process where substances change.