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peacock, peafowl
A large, colorful bird known for the male's iridescent tail feathers that can be fanned out in a spectacular display.
孔雀が美しい羽を広げました。
The peacock spread its beautiful feathers.
動物園で孔雀を見ました。
I saw peacocks at the zoo.
孔雀の羽は宝石のように輝いています。
Peacock feathers sparkle like jewels.
孔雀 refers to both peacocks (males) and peafowl in general.
Symbolism:
- In Buddhism, the peacock symbolizes wisdom and is associated with the deity 孔雀明王
- Often represents beauty, pride, and immortality
The male's display feathers (飾り羽) have distinctive eye-like patterns.
孔雀色 (peacock color) refers to iridescent blue-green.
Counter: 羽