Japanese Word · Intermediate
鶏の空音
the imitative cry of a cock
Pronunciation: say 鶏の空音
Meaning
the imitative cry of a cock
Example
夜をこめて鶏の空音ははかるとも世に逢坂の関はゆるさじ
Even at night, if you were to do the false cries of the cocks, the guards of this age at the Ausaka tollgate will not let you pass.
Practice tips
- Practice 鶏の空音 out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.