雄ブタ
osubuta
The English word 'boar' translates to Japanese as 雄ブタ (osubuta). If unsure, use 雄ブタ. Wiktionary also lists 雄豚 (osubuta).
Meaning: male pig (noun)
Ways to say it
| Japanese | Romanization (Wiktionary) |
|---|---|
| 雄ブタ | osubuta |
| 雄豚 | osubuta |
This term is used specifically to refer to a male domestic pig. It should not be used to describe a wild boar.
Which one should you use?
The two forms provided, 雄ブタ and 雄豚, are pronounced the same way (osubuta).
How do you pronounce it?
osubuta
What mistakes should you avoid?
Do not use 雄ブタ to mean a wild boar. Instead, use イノシシ.
Did you know?
- The Japanese zodiac sign for 'pig' is actually represented by the wild boar イノシシ and not the domestic ブタ.
- Calling someone a 豚 in Japanese is a derogatory insult, similar to the English use of 'pig' to describe a person's character or appearance.
- While 雄ブタ refers to a domestic boar, the wild boar イノシシ is a symbol of courage and strength in Japan and is frequently depicted in traditional shrines and festivals.
Examples in context
- イノシシの生態について学んでいます。I'm studying the ecology of boars.
- 農場に雄ブタがいます。Noujou ni oobuta ga imasu.There is a male pig on the farm.
Example conversation
At a farm viewing animals.
- 蓮 Renあれは雄ブタですか？Are wa obuta desu ka?Is that a boar?
- 美咲 Misakiはい、大きな雄ブタです。Hai, ookina obuta desu.Yes, it is a large boar.
- 蓮 Renとてもかっこいいですね。Totemo kakkoii desu ne.It looks very cool.
- 美咲 Misakiそうですね。Sou desu ne.I agree.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “boar” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
