caves
word · lemma: cave
/ˈkeɪvz/
kayvz
/kˈeɪvz/
kayvz
Definition
Large natural holes in the ground or in the side of hills or mountains, often going deep underground.
Usage & Nuances
Most common as a noun in the plural form for multiple natural underground spaces. 'Caves' often refers to places people explore, sometimes home to bats or ancient drawings. Not to be confused with 'cave in' (verb: collapse).
Spanish: cuevasPortuguese (BR): cavernasPortuguese (PT): grutas - cavernasChinese (Simplified): 洞穴Chinese (Traditional): 洞穴Hindi: गुफाएँArabic: كهوفBengali: গুহাRussian: пещерыJapanese: 洞窟 - 洞穴Vietnamese: hang độngKorean: 동굴Turkish: mağaralarUrdu: غاریںIndonesian: gua
Example Sentences
Bats live in dark caves.
basic
They explored the ancient caves near the sea.
basic
Scientists discovered new species living deep inside those caves.
natural
Some caves are full of beautiful crystals.
basic
During our vacation, we visited some hidden caves only locals knew about.
natural
Some people go rock climbing inside dangerous caves for fun.
natural