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栗鼠

Readings

Kana: りす、リス
Romaji: risu, risu
Kana
Romaji

Definitions

1

squirrel (excluding flying squirrels)

Note: word usually written using kana alone
2

Japanese squirrel (Sciurus lis)

Note: word usually written using kana alone
See also: 日本栗鼠

Kanji

Readings: リツ、 リ、 くり、 おののく
Meaning: chestnut
Readings: ソ、 ショ、 ねずみ、 ねず
Meanings: rat, mouse, dark gray

Example Sentences

リスは(うご)きがすばやい。
➥Squirrels are quick of movement.
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リスはすばしこく()(のぼ)る。
➥Squirrels are nimble in climbing trees.
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リスは(いそが)しく()()(あつ)めていた。
➥The squirrel was busy gathering nuts.
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リスは(えだ)(なか)(かく)れた。
➥A squirrel hid among the branches.
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栗鼠(りす)(いけ)水浴(みずあ)びをしています。
➥A squirrel is taking a bath in the pond.
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ウサギはビーバーやリスと同族(どうぞく)です。
➥Rabbits are related to beavers and squirrels.
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