かっこう

Alternative writings: 郭公, カッコウ
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The common cuckoo (Cuculus canorus), a bird known for its distinctive call and brood parasitism (laying eggs in other birds' nests).

NounUsually Kana

Examples

山道でカッコウの鳴き声を聞いた。

I heard the cuckoo's call on the mountain trail.

カッコウは托卵をすることで有名だ。

The cuckoo is famous for laying its eggs in other birds' nests.

春になるとカッコウが鳴き始める。

When spring arrives, the cuckoo begins to call.