鬼
Reading: おに
Meaning: demon, ogre
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Example Sentence
子供 は 鬼 が 怖い と 言った
The child said demons are scary.
Usage Notes
Traditional Japanese demon or ogre; also used figuratively for strict or fierce people.
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