chimp
word
/ˈtʃɪmp/
chimp
/tʃˈɪmp/
chimp
Definition
A 'chimp' is a short, informal word for 'chimpanzee,' a type of intelligent ape found mostly in Africa.
Usage & Nuances
'Chimp' is informal and mostly used in relaxed conversation. The full word 'chimpanzee' is used in scientific or formal contexts. Do not use 'chimp' as an insult, as it is sometimes considered offensive.
Spanish: chimpancéPortuguese (BR): chimpanzéPortuguese (PT): chimpanzéChinese (Simplified): 黑猩猩Chinese (Traditional): 黑猩猩Hindi: चिम्पांज़ीArabic: شمبانزيBengali: শিম্পRussian: шимпJapanese: チンパンジー（略）Vietnamese: khỉ tinh tinh (từ viết tắt)Korean: 침프 (침팬지의 줄임말)Turkish: şempanze (kısaltma)Urdu: چِمپ (مخفف چمپینزی)Indonesian: simpanse (bentuk tidak formal)
Example Sentences
The little chimp was making everyone laugh with its funny faces.
natural
I can't believe how smart that chimp is!
natural
The chimp is climbing the tree.
basic
A chimp can use tools to find food.
basic
I saw a chimp at the zoo.
basic
Did you know a chimp can learn sign language?
natural