Vocabulary
象

象ぞう

zou

Translations

1. elephant
2. pachyderm

Notes

In Japanese culture, elephants are often seen as symbols of wisdom and strength. They are not native to Japan, so they are primarily known through media and zoos.

Examples

象ぞうは大おおきいです。

Zou wa ookii desu.

The elephant is big.

象ぞうは長ながい鼻はなを持もっています。

Zou wa nagai hana o motteimasu.

Elephants have long trunks.

象ぞうは群むれで生いきます。

Zou wa mure de ikimasu.

Elephants live in herds.