hungry ghost in Japanese

hungry ghost in Japanese is 餓鬼.

hungry ghost in Japanese

餓鬼

noun

Pronounced: gaki

(Buddhism, Chinese folk religion) A type of supernatural being, condemned to desire more than it can consume; often depicted with large belly and tiny mouth.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "hungry ghost" in Japanese?

"hungry ghost" in Japanese is 餓鬼.

How do you pronounce 餓鬼?

"hungry ghost" in Japanese is 餓鬼, pronounced "gaki".

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