🇯🇵 How to say

“bird” in Japanese

鳥とり
Illustration of "bird" in a Japanese cultural setting
In a sunny park, a small brown bird hops on the grass, searching for food. Nearby, children watch it curiously, pointing and laughing as it flutters its wings and chirps happily.

Usage note

The word 鳥 (とり) refers to any bird. It is commonly used in everyday conversation, especially when talking about animals in nature.

Examples

  • 鳥が飛んでいます。

    A bird is flying.

  • あの鳥は大きいです。

    That bird is big.

  • 鳥が歌っています。

    The bird is singing.

Quick check

What does "鳥" mean?

  • A. bird
  • B. cat
  • C. house
  • D. rice

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