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カニ
kani
Description
カニは海にすむ動物で、ハサミが二つあって、横に歩きます。
A カニ is an animal that lives in the sea, has two claws, and walks sideways.
日本ではカニをゆでて食べることが多く、冬にとても人気があります。
In Japan, カニ are often boiled and eaten, and they are very popular in winter.
Meanings
カニkani
crab (the sea animal)
海でカニを見つけました。
I found a crab at the beach.
カニkani
crab meat as food
冬はカニがおいしいです。
Crabs are delicious in winter.
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Notes
- Etymology
usually written 蟹 in kanji; カニ (katakana) is common for the animal and food.
- Nuance
elongated forms like カニさん are used affectionately with children.
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