bees
word · lemma: bee
/ˈbiz/
beez
/bˈiːz/
beez
Definition
Bees are flying insects known for making honey and pollinating flowers. They live together in groups called colonies or hives.
Usage & Nuances
'Bees' is the plural of 'bee.' Common collocations include 'colony of bees,' 'hive of bees,' and 'honey bees.' Often used in contexts of nature, gardening, or agriculture. Do not confuse with 'wasps' or 'hornets,' which are different insects.
Spanish: abejasPortuguese (BR): abelhasPortuguese (PT): abelhasChinese (Simplified): 蜜蜂Chinese (Traditional): 蜜蜂Hindi: मधुमक्खियाँArabic: نحلBengali: মৌমাছিRussian: пчёлыJapanese: ミツバチVietnamese: ongKorean: 꿀벌Turkish: arılarUrdu: مکھیاں (شہد کی)Indonesian: lebah
Example Sentences
Some people are afraid of bees.
basic
By summer, our garden is buzzing with bees everywhere.
natural
Without bees, many plants wouldn't grow so well.
natural
I got stung by two bees during the picnic, but I'm okay now.
natural
Bees make honey in their hives.
basic
Bees fly from flower to flower to collect nectar.
basic