English–Japanese

“cat” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajineko

Example

これは猫です。ko re wa neko de su

This is a cat.

Illustration for 猫 (cat)

How to say “cat” in Japanese

“Cat” in Japanese is 猫 (neko).

Refers to a small feline animal that lives with people or in the wild and is recognized by its soft fur, sharp claws, and distinctive voice.

Full entry for 猫: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 猫

私は猫が好きです。watashi wa neko ga su ki de su

I like cats.

窓のそばで猫が昼寝をしています。mado no so ba de neko ga hiru ne o shi te i ma su

A cat is taking a nap by the window.

Tips for using 猫

  • The common word 招き猫 (manekineko) names a cat figure with one raised paw that is widely associated with inviting good fortune.

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