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English
Animal
ˈænəməl
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Animal -
Living organism that can move independently and has senses such as sight or touch
Example: Dogs are loyal animals that make great companions.
Usage: formalContext: scientific discussions, educational settings
Note: Refers to a broad category of living beings with the ability to move and sense their environment.
A mammal, bird, reptile, amphibian, fish, or invertebrate, especially a non-human one
Example: The zoo is home to a variety of exotic animals.
Usage: informalContext: everyday conversations, media
Note: Commonly used to refer to creatures other than humans, encompassing a wide range of species.
A person with a wild or untamed nature
Example: He's an animal on the basketball court, always giving his best.
Usage: informalContext: sports, informal discussions
Note: Used metaphorically to describe someone's behavior or skills, often in a positive or intense manner.
Animal's synonyms
creature
A creature refers to any living being, often used to describe animals in a more general sense.
Example: The forest was filled with all sorts of creatures, big and small.
Note: Creature has a broader scope and can also include mythical or imaginary beings.
beast
Beast usually refers to animals, especially wild or large ones.
Example: The lion is known as the king of beasts.
Note: Beast carries a connotation of wildness or fierceness.
fauna
Fauna refers to the animal life of a particular region or period.
Example: The Galapagos Islands are home to a unique fauna of diverse species.
Note: Fauna is more specific and refers to the collective animal life of a specific area or time.
critter
Critter is an informal term for a living creature, often used affectionately.
Example: The old man had a pet critter that followed him everywhere.
Note: Critter is a colloquial and endearing term for animals.
Animal expressions, common phrases
Animal lover
Someone who has a great love and compassion for animals.
Example: She volunteers at the animal shelter because she is a true animal lover.
Note: This phrase refers to a person's affection for animals rather than the animals themselves.
Party animal
A person who enjoys attending and participating in parties or social gatherings.
Example: John is a real party animal, he never misses a chance to go out and have fun.
Note: The phrase is metaphorical, referring to a person's behavior at parties rather than an actual animal.
Let the cat out of the bag
To reveal a secret or disclose information that was supposed to be kept confidential.
Example: I wasn't supposed to tell anyone about the surprise party, but I accidentally let the cat out of the bag.
Note: The phrase uses a cat as a metaphor for revealing something rather than a literal cat.
Hold your horses
To wait or be patient before taking action.
Example: Before you make a decision, hold your horses and think it through.
Note: The phrase uses horses as a metaphor for impulsive behavior, not literal horses.
Don't have a cow
To tell someone not to overreact or get upset about something minor.
Example: Don't have a cow, it's just a small scratch on the car.
Note: The phrase uses a cow as a metaphor for getting overly upset, not a real cow.
The lion's share
The largest portion or the majority of something.
Example: He took the lion's share of the credit for the project, even though we all worked hard.
Note: The phrase uses a lion as a metaphor for dominance or taking the biggest portion.
Like a fish out of water
To feel uncomfortable or out of place in a particular situation or environment.
Example: In the new school, she felt like a fish out of water until she made some friends.
Note: The phrase uses a fish as a metaphor for feeling awkward or uneasy, not a literal fish.
Animal everyday (slang) expressions
Furry friend
This term is often used affectionately to refer to a pet, particularly one with fur like a dog or cat.
Example: My furry friend always greets me at the door when I come home.
Note: While 'animal' is a broad term, 'furry friend' highlights the emotional bond between a person and their pet with fur.
Pet
In common usage, 'pet' refers to an animal that is domesticated and kept for companionship.
Example: I love spending time with my pet; he brings so much joy into my life.
Note: While 'animal' is a general term, 'pet' specifies an animal that is owned and cared for by a person for companionship.
Animal - Examples
Animal welfare is important.
The zoo has a variety of animals.
She has an animal instinct for survival.
Animal grammar
Animal - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: animal
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): animal
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): animals
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): animal
Syllables, Separation and Stress
animal Contains 3 syllables: an • i • mal
Phonetic transcription: ˈa-nə-məl
an i mal , ˈa nə məl (The red syllable is stressed)
Animal - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
animal: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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