狩り
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Base noun form. Refers to the activity of hunting animals. Can be used in compounds like 『狩りに行く』 (kari ni iku, 'to go hunting') or as a suffix in words like 『キノコ狩り』 (kinoko gari, 'mushroom picking').
Theme
Two friends, Kenji and User, are hiking in the mountains and discussing outdoor activities and local wildlife.
狩り
かり
hunting
Nature & EnvironmentAnimals
Memory Hook
Think of a 'carry' hunt where you carry your gear to hunt animals. 'Carry' sounds like 'kari' — you carry your tools for 『狩り』 (kari, 'hunting').
Cultural Note
Hunting has historical significance in Japan, with traditions like 『鷹狩り』 (takagari, 'falconry') and seasonal hunting for game. In modern times, it's regulated, and terms like 『狩り』 are also used metaphorically in phrases like 『宝くじ狩り』 (takarakuji gari, 'lottery hunting').
Forms
Base: 狩りBase noun form. Refers to the activity of hunting animals. Can be used in compounds like 『狩りに行く』 (kari ni iku, 'to go hunting') or as a suffix in words like 『キノコ狩り』 (kinoko gari, 'mushroom picking').