Translation and Meaning of: 雄 - osu
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 雄 (osu) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: osu
Kana: おす
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: male (animal)
Meaning in English: male (animal)
Definition: Masculine - Possessing masculine and strong characteristics.
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Explanation and Etymology - (雄) osu
The word "雄" (osu) in Japanese refers to the male gender, and its use is common in both animal and human contexts. In biology, it is used to describe males of animal species, such as lions or peacocks, identifying those that possess specific gender characteristics. In addition to its use in biology, it can also be applied in more informal or poetic contexts to describe men who exhibit traits traditionally considered masculine, such as courage or strength.
Etymologically, the kanji "雄" is composed of two main elements. The left part, 「隹」, suggests a connection with birds and is commonly seen in characters related to birds. The right part, 「厷」, brings a notion of strength or greatness. This combination of elements reinforces the idea of a male exhibiting prominent qualities. Over time, "雄" has been a key word to express masculinity in both the animal world and human culture.
The historical origin of the use of "雄" dates back to ancient China, where it was initially used in literary and scientific contexts to differentiate between genders of animals. With the cultural expansion and the importation of Chinese characters to Japan, "雄" found its place in the Japanese language, maintaining its focus on describing the male gender. Today, while some connotations may have evolved, the essence of the term remains the same, representing the masculine in its pure form.
In addition to "雄", there are other variations and phrases that incorporate the same symbol to express related concepts. For example, "勇雄" (yuu, 뜻을 구사하다) can be used to describe someone who is brave and bold. Also, in the context of animals, by using "雄" alongside other words or characters, we can form terms that describe specific species or characteristics.
Synonyms and similar words
- オス (Ousu) - Male in general
- メスのない動物 (Mesu no nai doubutsu) - Animals without females
- 雄の動物 (Yuu no doubutsu) - Male animals
- 雄の鳥 (Yuu no tori) - Male birds
- 雄の魚 (Yuu no sakana) - Male fish
- 雄の虫 (Yuu no mushi) - Male insects
- 雄の植物 (Yuu no shokubutsu) - Male plants
- 雄の人 (Yuu no hito) - Male individuals
- 男性 (Dansei) - Male adult
- 男 (Otoko) - Man in general
- 男子 (Danshi) - Boys or young males
- 男児 (Danji) - Boy, usually young
- 男の子 (Otoko no ko) - Boy
- 男の人 (Otoko no hito) - A man
- 男性の人 (Dansei no hito) - An adult man
- 男性の子供 (Dansei no kodomo) - male child
- 男性の若者 (Dansei no wakamono) - Young male
- 男性の大人 (Dansei no otona) - Adult male
- 男性の成人 (Dansei no seijin) - Mature adult male
- 男性の生物 (Dansei no seibutsu) - Male living beings
- 男性の動物 (Dansei no doubutsu) - Male animals
- 男性の植物 (Dansei no shokubutsu) - Male plants
- 雄の人間 (Yuu no ningen) - Male human
- 雄の生物 (Yuu no seibutsu) - Male living beings
- 雄の哺乳動物 (Yuu no hon'yuu doubutsu) - Male mammals
- 雄の昆虫 (Yuu no konchuu) - Male insects
- 雄の草木 (Yuu no souki) - Male plants
- 雄の花 (Yuu no hana) - Men's flowers
- 雄の果実 (Yuu no kajitsu) - Male fruits
- 雄の種 (Yuu no tane) - male seeds
- 雄の器官 (Yuu no kikan) - Male organs
- 雄 (Yuu) - Masculine in various contexts
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: おす osu
moyoosu
Maintain (a meeting); Give (a dinner); to feel; Show signs of; Develop symptoms of; Feel (sick)
How to Write in Japanese - (雄) osu
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (雄) osu:
Example Sentences - (雄) osu
Below are some example sentences:
Eiyuu wa yuukan de aru
The hero is brave.
- 英雄 - hero
- は - topic particle
- 勇敢 - brave
- である - to be
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