Translation and Meaning of: 吠える - hoeru
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 吠える (hoeru) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: hoeru
Kana: ほえる
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n3
Translation / Meaning: bark; bank; howl; for more
Meaning in English: to bark;to bay;to howl;to bellow;to roar;to cry
Definition: Shout loudly. Dogs and wolves often do this.
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Explanation and Etymology - (吠える) hoeru
The Japanese word 「吠える」 (hoeru) means "to bark" or "to growl," especially in the context of an animal, like a dog, vocalizing in an aggressive or defensive manner. This verb is directly associated with the sounds made by animals, being an onomatopoeia rendered into a verb that captures the essence of those noises. Like many Japanese expressions related to animals, 「吠える」 helps us understand how these sounds are perceived and interpreted in Japanese culture.
In etymology, 「吠える」 is composed of the kanji 「吠」 which includes the radical 「口」, symbolizing "mouth" or "speech," and by implication, any sound emission. This highlights the direct relationship with the action of vocalizing or making noise. The kanji itself evokes the image of an external noise, something that breaks the silence or attracts attention. The kun'yomi reading (indigenous to Japanese) of the verb as "hoeru" reflects this practice of intuitively naming animal sounds within the Japanese language.
Historically, expressions and words related to the sounds of animals have a significant presence in ancient Japanese texts and documents. Japan, being a land rich in myths and stories related to animals, often described the sounds and actions of animals as ways to communicate cultural or moral ideas. While 「吠える」 is currently mainly used to describe dogs and, in some situations, wolves, it is possible that ancient texts included the word to refer to other animals that made similar sounds. Through oral and written accounts, one can perceive how people historically perceived and interacted with the animal world around them, contributing to the development of a rich linguistic tapestry that illustrates these everyday interactions.
Synonyms and similar words
- 吠える (hoeru) - bark, usually used for dogs.
- 咆える (hoeru) - to shout, generally used in a more intense context like a roar.
- 叫ぶ (sakebu) - to shout, to call, can be used in a more human context.
- 鳴く (naku) - emitted sounds, commonly used to describe animal sounds.
- 声を上げる (koe wo ageru) - raise one's voice, usually in a context of protest or exaltation.
- 声を張る (koe wo haru) - raise the voice, emphasizing clarity or volume.
- 大声を出す (oogoe wo dasu) - speak loudly, emphasizing the volume.
- 啼く (naku) - emit the sound of choro, used especially for birds.
- 騒ぐ (sawagu) - make noise, move around noisily.
- 騒音を立てる (souon wo tateru) - produce noise, emphasizing the cause of discomfort.
- 騒々しい声を出す (souzoushii koe wo dasu) - emit a loud voice, emphasizing the disturbance caused.
- 騒動を起こす (soudou wo okosu) - to create confusion, agitation, or combat.
- 騒然とする (souzento suru) - to be tumultuous, a state of chaos or confusion.
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: ほえる hoeru
How to Write in Japanese - (吠える) hoeru
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (吠える) hoeru:
Example Sentences - (吠える) hoeru
Below are some example sentences:
Inu ga hoeru
The dog is barking.
The dog barks.
- 犬 - dog
- が - subject particle
- 吠える - to beat
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