How to say 'Wolf' in Japanese | オオカミ

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The Japanese word for Wolf is 'Ookami', written as オオカミ in Japanese.

word

オオカミ

Meaning

Wolf

Reading

Ookami

Explanation

The Japanese noun 'オオカミ (ookami)' refers to the animal 'wolf'. This term is used to describe the wild canine species known for its pack behavior and howling. In Japanese culture, wolves are often associated with folklore and mythology, sometimes seen as protectors or spiritual beings. For example: The wolf howled at the moon「オオカミが月に向かって吠えた」(オオカミがつきにむかってほえた). Wolves live in packs「オオカミは群れで生活する」(オオカミはむれでせいかつする). The term is also used in various idiomatic expressions and names, reflecting its cultural significance.

Part Of Speech

noun

Frequency

6254

Composition

katakana

Handwriting

Katakana in the Word オオカミ

This word contains 3 Katakana characters :

katakana

オ

Reading

katakana

カ

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katakana

ミ

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'Ookami' means 'Wolf' .

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