Hamsters Meaning in English
word · lemma: hamster
ˈhæmstɝz
HAM-sterz
hˈæmstəz
HAM-stuhz
Definition
Hamsters are small, furry rodents often kept as pets. They are known for being active at night and storing food in their cheek pouches.
Usage & Nuances
'Hamsters' is usually used for pet animals. Common in informal, everyday English. Collocations: 'pet hamsters', 'cage for hamsters.' Sometimes confused with 'gerbils' or 'mice', which are different animals.
Spanish: hámsteresPortuguese (BR): hamstersPortuguese (PT): hamstersChinese (Simplified): 仓鼠Chinese (Traditional): 倉鼠Hindi: हैम्स्टर्सArabic: الهامسترBengali: হ্যামস্টারRussian: хомякиJapanese: ハムスターVietnamese: chuột hamsterKorean: 햄스터Turkish: hamsterUrdu: ہیمسٹرIndonesian: hamster
Example Sentences
My hamsters sleep during the day.
basic
There are two hamsters in the cage.
basic
Children love playing with hamsters.
basic
Both of my hamsters escaped last night, but I found them under the sofa.
natural
I've had hamsters since I was a kid—they're low-maintenance pets.
natural
Unlike other small pets, hamsters rarely bite unless they're scared.
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