Japanese

かいぶつ
Meaning: monster; phantom; extraordinary person
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

怪
物

Example sentences

According to legend, it is said that a terrifying monster lives in this forest.
その森には恐ろしい怪物が住んでいるという噂がある。
There is a rumor that a scary monster lives in that forest.
暗闇の中には、未知の怪物が隠れ潜んでいる
In the darkness, a mysterious monster lies concealed.
神話には人面獣身の怪物が数多く登場する。
In mythology, many monsters with human faces and animal bodies appear.

Usage Notes

Primarily refers to supernatural or eerie creatures. Metaphorically, it can describe someone with superhuman abilities or a mysterious character.

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