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VocabJLPT N3

fang

Noun

Definitions

1. tusk
2. fang
3. Tusk

This noun refers to the long, pointed teeth of animals such as fangs or tusks, seen on creatures like snakes, wolves, or elephants. It is used in both literal descriptions of animals and figurative language.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"That dog has really white fangs," he said.

Sentence 2

At the negotiating table, I keep my fangs ready behind a smile.

Sentence 3

I never expected my boss to bare his fangs like that!

Sentence 4

"Ow, it bit me with its fangs!" my little brother yelled.

Sentence 5

Wait, cats have fangs that long?!