62.虫


虫

1. Meaning and Reading

  • insect, bug
  • Onyomi : ちゅう
  • Kunyomi : むし

2. Kanji Explanation

Resembles the form of a larva — symbolizes 'insect'.

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3. Example Words

虫 むし
insect, bug

There are many insects in the garden.

虫歯 むしば
cavity

My cavity hurts.

昆虫 こんちゅう
insect

There are many kinds of insects.