Meaning

Primary

Poaching

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

Hunting in secrecy is only done through illegal poaching. If you weren't poaching protected animals you wouldn't have to do it secretly.

Reading

みつりょう
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

どうすれば象の密猟を防止できると思いますか。

What do you think can be done to prevent the poaching of elephants?

Kanji Composition