Eagles Meaning in English
word · lemma: eagle
/ˈiɡəɫz/
EE-guhlz
/ˈiːɡəlz/
EE-guhlz
Definition
Large birds of prey known for their sharp eyesight, strong beaks, and powerful flight. 'Eagles' is the plural of 'eagle.'
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly for the bird species; can also refer to sports teams, symbols of power, or achievement. As a plural, do not confuse with the verb 'eagle' in golf. Often used in set phrases: 'bald eagles,' 'the eagles are nesting.'
Spanish: águilasPortuguese (BR): águiasPortuguese (PT): águasChinese (Simplified): 鹰（复数）Chinese (Traditional): 鷹（複數）Hindi: गरुड़ेंArabic: نسورBengali: উ ঈল - বাজপাখি (ঈগল)Russian: орлыJapanese: ワシたち - イーグルス（スポーツチーム名）Vietnamese: đại bàngKorean: 독수리들Turkish: kartallarUrdu: عقابIndonesian: elang-elang
Example Sentences
Eagles live in many parts of the world.
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Many eagles build their nests high in trees.
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Eagles have very sharp eyesight.
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We saw two eagles soaring above the lake yesterday.
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The Eagles won the championship last year.
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Some cultures see eagles as a symbol of strength and freedom.
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