Japanese

のらねこ
Meaning: stray cat
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

野
良
猫

Example sentences

You must not feed the stray cats in the neighborhood.
野良猫が餌を狙って飛びかかった。
The stray cat pounced, aiming for the food.
彼は野良猫を飼い慣らした。
He tamed a stray cat.
怪我をした野良猫を助けるために、獣医を呼んだ。
I called a veterinarian to help an injured stray cat.
野良猫は、時間をかけて徐々に人間に馴致していった。
The stray cat gradually became accustomed to people over time.
春になると、野良猫たちが盛りがついて、夜通し鳴いている。
When spring comes, stray cats go into heat and cry all night long.

Usage Notes

Refers to a cat without an owner, living outdoors.

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