繁殖
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Base noun form. Refers to the biological process of reproduction or increase in numbers, such as in animals, plants, or microorganisms. Often used in scientific or agricultural terms.
Theme
At a university biology lab, User is a student discussing a research project on animal populations with their professor, Dr. Tanaka.
繁殖
はんしょく
breeding / multiplication / propagation
Nature & EnvironmentAnimals
Memory Hook
Think of rabbits multiplying quickly — they breed like crazy! 'Breed' sounds like 'breed-uce' — imagine reducing space as they propagate. Breed → 繁殖 (hanshoku, 'breeding').
Cultural Note
『繁殖』 (hanshoku, 'breeding') is commonly used in biology, agriculture, and environmental science in Japan. It appears in contexts like animal conservation or pest control, e.g., 『繁殖期』 (hanshoku-ki, 'breeding season') for wildlife.
Forms
Base: 繁殖Base noun form. Refers to the biological process of reproduction or increase in numbers, such as in animals, plants, or microorganisms. Often used in scientific or agricultural terms.