“Rabbit” in Japanese is 兎 (うさぎ), pronounced usagi.
Pronunciation
The word has 3 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or play the whole word:
How to use it
Rabbit. Usually written in hiragana. In Japanese folklore, a rabbit pounds rice cakes on the moon instead of a “man in the moon”.
Example sentences
- うさぎを飼いたいです。うさぎをかいたいです。I want to keep a rabbit.
- うさぎの耳は長いです。うさぎのみみはながいです。Rabbits have long ears.
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FAQ
How do you say rabbit in Japanese?
Rabbit in Japanese is 兎 (うさぎ), pronounced “usagi”.
How do you write rabbit in Japanese?
It's written 兎 with kanji, or うさぎ in hiragana. Both are read usagi.
Is 兎 on the JLPT?
Yes. 兎 (usagi) is a common word at JLPT N4 level, so it's worth learning early.