(わし)

わし
noun
eagle
1. eagle
A large bird of prey with powerful talons, a hooked beak, and excellent eyesight. Eagles symbolize power and majesty.
An eagle is flying in the sky.
Eagles spot their prey with sharp eyes.
Hokkaido is famous for the Steller's sea eagles that can be seen in winter.
オオワシ = Steller's sea eagle

(わし) refers to eagles.

Common types:

  • オオワシ (Steller's sea eagle)
  • オジロワシ (white-tailed eagle)
  • イヌワシ (golden eagle)

Common expressions:

  • (わし)(ばな) (aquiline nose, hooked nose)
  • (わし)ような() (eagle eyes)
  • (わし)づかみ (to grab/clutch something tightly)

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Note:
(わし) is distinct from (たか) (hawk). Eagles are generally larger and more powerful. The distinction in Japanese follows similar criteria to English.

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