Hornets Meaning in English
word · lemma: hornet
ˈhɔɹnəts
HAWR-nuhts
hˈɔːnɪts
HAW-nits
Definición
Hornets are large, aggressive wasps known for their painful stings. They often build nests in trees or buildings.
Uso & Matices
"Hornets" is always plural when referring to the insects in general. Often confused with "wasps" or "bees"—hornets are a specific type of large wasp. The phrase "a hornet's nest" can also be used metaphorically for a place full of trouble or activity.
Spanish: avisponesPortuguese (BR): vespasPortuguese (PT): vespasChinese (Simplified): 大黄蜂Chinese (Traditional): 大黃蜂Hindi: भौरेंArabic: الدبابيرBengali: ভিমরুলRussian: шершниJapanese: スズメバチVietnamese: ong bắp càyKorean: 말벌Turkish: eşek arısı (hornet) - yaban arısı (hornet)Urdu: بھڑ (بڑی خطرناک قسم)Indonesian: tabuhan
Oraciones de Ejemplo
There are hornets near the playground.
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Hornets can be dangerous if you disturb their nest.
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We saw a big group of hornets in the garden.
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Getting stung by hornets hurts a lot more than bee stings.
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We found a hornets' nest under the roof last summer.
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Don't mess with hornets—they get really aggressive if they feel threatened.
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