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Meanings

ape

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
エン
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
さる

Common Words

サル
Noun
Freq #5067
1

Word usually written using kana alone

monkey (esp. the Japanese macaque, Macaca fuscata); ape; non-human primate

Examples
何匹かのサルが木に登っているのを見た。
I saw some monkeys climbing the tree.
2

Derogatory

sly person

3

Derogatory

idiot; hick

4

sliding wooden bolt (for holding a door or window shut)

5

clasp used to control the height of a pot-hook

6

Archaic

bathhouse prostitute

しら
Noun
Freq #89451
1

monkey (esp. the Japanese macaque, Macaca fuscata); ape; non-human primate

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