かめ

This is the 1959th most frequent Japanese word.

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かめ

Turtle or tortoise.


Here, 'かめ' refers to a pot or jar, specifically a pottery item, demonstrating its use in historical or cultural contexts.

その陶器のかめは古代のものです。

That pottery jar is from ancient times.


In this sentence, 'かめ' is used to refer to a turtle, an animal, showcasing its characteristic behavior of walking slowly.

かめはゆっくり歩きます。

The turtle walks slowly.


'かめ' again refers to a turtle, this time highlighting its biological characteristic of having a sturdy shell.

かめの甲羅はとても頑丈です。

The turtle's shell is very sturdy.