Translation guide
How to express 'muzzle' in Japanese, covering the device for an animal's snout, the snout itself, and the opening of a firearm.
A restraint placed over an animal's mouth to prevent biting, barking, or eating.
The most common and general word for a muzzle for dogs or other animals.
犬に口輪をつけてください。
Please put a muzzle on the dog.
Loanword from English, used in some contexts, especially in dog training or pet supplies, but less common than 口輪.
このマズルは小型犬用です。
This muzzle is for small dogs.
The projecting part of an animal's face including the nose and mouth.
Refers to the snout or muzzle of an animal, often used for dogs, cats, or horses.
犬の鼻面を撫でた。
I stroked the dog's muzzle.
Literally 'mouth tip', can refer to the muzzle or snout area, but also used for the tip of a person's mouth or way of speaking.
Also used for the snout itself, especially in dog breed descriptions or veterinary contexts.
The open end of the barrel of a gun.
馬の口先に触れた。
I touched the horse's muzzle.
This breed has a short muzzle.
Smoke came from the tank's muzzle.