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rabbit, hare
A small mammal with long ears and a short tail.
兎を飼っている。
I have a pet rabbit.
兎は耳が長い。
Rabbits have long ears.
月には兎がいると言われている。
It's said there's a rabbit on the moon.
Japanese folklore
兎 means rabbit or hare.
COUNTER:
- 一羽、二羽 (traditional counter for rabbits)
- 一匹、二匹 (also used)
CULTURAL NOTE:
- In Japanese folklore, there's a rabbit on the moon making mochi
- Rabbits are associated with cleverness and quick movement
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- 兎と亀 (The Tortoise and the Hare)
- 脱兎のごとく (like a fleeing rabbit - very fast)