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beetle

/ˈbiːtəl/

CEFR level B2Topic NatureWord #3588 in the learning path

甲虫

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Definitions

n. An insect with hard outer wings covering its flying wings.

甲虫

Example

A shiny beetle crawled slowly across the garden path.

一只发亮的甲虫缓缓爬过花园小径。

Some beetle species help maintain healthy forests by breaking down dead wood and recycling nutrients.

一些甲虫通过分解枯木和循环利用养分,帮助维持森林健康。

Collocations

  • dung beetle
  • stag beetle
  • beetle species

Usage tip

指甲虫;不要用它表示“近视的人”。

FAQ

What does beetle mean?
An insect with hard outer wings covering its flying wings.
How is beetle pronounced?
UK /ˈbiːtəl/, US /ˈbiːtəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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