亀

亀

Turtle or tortoise.

The word "亀" is used here to represent turtles in general in a symbolic and cultural context.

亀は長寿の象徴です。

The turtle is a symbol of longevity.

The word "亀" refers to a specific pet turtle owned by the speaker, emphasizing an individual animal.

飼っている亀に毎朝餌をあげます。

I feed the turtle I have as a pet every morning.

Here, "亀" describes a turtle observed in its natural environment, likely referring to a single instance of the turtle.

池に亀がゆっくり泳いでいるのを見ました。

I saw a turtle swimming slowly in the pond.