この古いお寺には、大きな蛇が主として住んでいると言われている。
It is said that a large snake lives in this old temple as its guardian spirit.
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A snake appeared in the garden.
蛇が草むらの中へするりと逃げていった。
The snake escaped smoothly into the grass.
蛇を見て、彼は驚いて後ろに飛び退いた。
Seeing the snake, he jumped back in surprise.
蛇が鎌首をもたげて威嚇してきた。
The snake raised its head and threatened me.
Usage Notes
General term for snakes. Often associated with being persistent or disliked in Japanese culture.
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