家いえ猫ねこ

noun

domestic cat; cat (Felis catus)

Refers to the domestic cat as a species, often in contrast to wild cats. Used in scientific or general contexts.

• イエネコは世せ界かい中じゅうで飼かわれている。

  Domestic cats are kept all over the world.

noun

house cat; indoor cat

Specifically a cat that lives inside a house, as opposed to a stray or outdoor cat. Often implies a pet cat that stays indoors.

• うちの家いえ猫ねこは外そとに出でたがらない。

  Our house cat doesn't want to go outside.