飼育
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Base noun form. Refers to the act of breeding or raising animals or plants. Can be used with 『する』 (suru) to form a verb: 『飼育する』 (shiiku suru, 'to breed').
Theme
At a local pet shop, User chats with Ken, a friend who works there, about animal care and breeding practices.
飼育
しいく
breeding, raising, rearing
Nature & EnvironmentAnimals
Memory Hook
Imagine a farmer raising animals and saying, 'Kai iku' — sounds like 飼育 (shiiku, 'breeding'). 'Kai iku' → 飼育 (shiiku, 'raising').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『飼育』 (shiiku, 'breeding') is common in agriculture and pet care, with cultural practices like raising koi fish or bonsai trees that emphasize patience and nurturing.
Forms
Base: 飼育Base noun form. Refers to the act of breeding or raising animals or plants. Can be used with 『する』 (suru) to form a verb: 『飼育する』 (shiiku suru, 'to breed').