CEFR B2

flea

Translation

ノミ / 蚤

Meaning

A flea is a tiny jumping insect that bites animals or people and lives by feeding on blood. It is a pest word, not a movement verb. Do not confuse flea with flee.

Examples

  • うちの犬はノミ取りの薬が必要です。
    My dog needs flea treatment.
  • その猫はノミに刺されてかゆがっていました。
    The cat was itchy from flea bites.