Translation guide
In Japanese, the term for 'anthropoid ape' is typically expressed using specific biological terms. The most common and recommended term is 類人猿, which directly corresponds to the scientific classification of apes that resemble humans. There are also more specific terms for particular groups.
Referring to the biological group of apes that are most closely related to humans, including chimpanzees, gorillas, and orangutans.
This is the standard Japanese term for 'anthropoid ape' or 'ape' in the biological sense. It is used in scientific and educational contexts.
Anthropoid apes are the primates closest to humans.
Literally 'Hominidae', the biological family that includes humans and great apes. This is more technical and used in taxonomy.
The Hominidae family includes humans, chimpanzees, gorillas, etc.
Specifically referring to the larger anthropoid apes such as chimpanzees, gorillas, and orangutans, often in contrast to lesser apes or monkeys.
Simians are a group of primates.