VocabJLPT N1
crocodile
NounPlace

Definitions

  1. 1. crocodile
  2. 2. alligator
  3. 3. shark
  4. 4. Wani
This noun refers to a crocodile or alligator, the large reptile known for its powerful jaws and aquatic lifestyle. It appears in everyday vocabulary, children's media, and idioms, and is the standard Japanese word for this type of animal.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The reporting team covered the story on-site: crocodile habitats are expanding.

Sentence 2

Ugh, I just lost an hour watching crocodile videos…!

Sentence 3

That store's sign has a crocodile grinning on it — it's weirdly creepy!

Sentence 4

Have you ever counted how many teeth a crocodile has at the aquarium?

Sentence 5

Do you think the proposal to put "crocodile" in the new product name will get approved?