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VocabJLPT N1

Giraffe

Noun

Definitions

1. Kirin
2. Giraffe

The giraffe, the tall African animal known for its extremely long neck and spotted coat. As a loanword written in katakana, it is used just like the English word "giraffe" in everyday speech.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Giraffes have really long necks," the child said.

Sentence 2

"Let's go see the giraffes," I suggested.

Sentence 3

"Wow, that giraffe is huge!" they said, amazed.

Sentence 4

"I love giraffes," she said.

Sentence 5

I heard a baby giraffe was born.