“Snake” in Japanese is 蛇 (へび), pronounced hebi.
Pronunciation
The word has 2 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or play the whole word:
How to use it
Snake, usually written in hiragana. The snake is a zodiac animal and is sometimes associated with good fortune and money.
Example sentences
- へびがこわいです。へびがこわいです。I’m scared of snakes.
- 森でへびを見ました。もりでへびをみました。I saw a snake in the forest.
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FAQ
How do you say snake in Japanese?
Snake in Japanese is 蛇 (へび), pronounced “hebi”.
How do you write snake in Japanese?
It's written 蛇 with kanji, or へび in hiragana. Both are read hebi.