Inhabits Meaning in English
word · lemma: inhabit
ɪnˈhæbəts
in-HAB-its
ɪnhˈæbɪts
in-HAB-its
Definition
To live in or occupy a place, usually referring to people, animals, or plants.
Usage & Nuances
More formal and less common in everyday conversation; often used in scientific, academic, or descriptive contexts (nature, animals, history). Common phrases: "inhabits a region/area". Not used for temporary stays—use with living or dwelling.
Spanish: habita - vive enPortuguese (BR): habita - vive emPortuguese (PT): habita - vive emChinese (Simplified): 居住在 - 生活在Chinese (Traditional): 居住在 - 生活在Hindi: निवास करता है - रहता हैArabic: يعيش في - يسكن فيBengali: বাস করে - বসবাস করেRussian: обитает - населяетJapanese: 生息する - 住むVietnamese: sinh sống - cư trúKorean: 서식하다 - 거주하다Turkish: yaşar - ikamet ederUrdu: آباد ہے - رہتا ہےIndonesian: menghuni - tinggal
Example Sentences
The panda inhabits the forests of China.
basic
This bird inhabits wetlands and rivers.
basic
She believes a ghost inhabits the old house.
basic
A unique species of frog inhabits only this small island.
natural
The desert is harsh, but many animals inhabit it.
natural
Legends say a dragon inhabits the mountain cave.
natural