Hedgehog Meaning in English
word
ˈhɛdʒˌhɑɡ
HEDJ-hawg
hˈɛdʒhɒɡ
HEDJ-hog
Definition
A hedgehog is a small animal with a round body covered in sharp spines, known for curling into a ball to protect itself from danger.
Usage & Nuances
Hedgehogs are nocturnal and not related to porcupines. Common in Europe, Asia, and Africa. Used idiomatically in rare expressions like 'like a hedgehog' (defensive). Don't confuse with 'porcupine' (larger, different spines).
Spanish: erizoPortuguese (BR): ouriçoPortuguese (PT): ouriço-cacheiroChinese (Simplified): 刺猬Chinese (Traditional): 刺蝟Hindi: साहीArabic: قنفذBengali: কাঁটাযুক্ত শেয়াল (hedgehog) - হেজহগRussian: ёжJapanese: ハリネズミVietnamese: nhímKorean: 고슴도치Turkish: kirpiUrdu: سنجاب نما (hedgehog)Indonesian: landak
Example Sentences
The hedgehog has many sharp spines on its back.
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A hedgehog curls into a ball when it is scared.
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Children like to watch hedgehogs in the garden.
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I found a tiny hedgehog hiding under the bushes last night.
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Have you ever seen a hedgehog eat? It’s actually pretty cute.
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Don't touch the hedgehog—its spines are sharp!
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