dolphin
word
/ˈdɑɫfən/
DAHL-fuhn
/dˈɒlfɪn/
DOL-fin
Definition
A dolphin is a smart, friendly sea mammal known for its curved mouth and playful behavior.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly as a noun for the animal; can also refer figuratively to friendly or playful people. Often associated with intelligence, friendliness, and acrobatic swimming. Common collocations: 'bottlenose dolphin', 'swim with dolphins'. Not the same as 'porpoise', a related but different animal.
Spanish: delfínPortuguese (BR): golfinhoPortuguese (PT): golfinhoChinese (Simplified): 海豚Chinese (Traditional): 海豚Hindi: डल्फिनArabic: دولفينBengali: ডলফিনRussian: дельфинJapanese: イルカVietnamese: cá heoKorean: 돌고래Turkish: yunusUrdu: ڈالفنIndonesian: lumba-lumba
Example Sentences
A dolphin is a mammal, not a fish.
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Have you ever seen a dolphin at the zoo?
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Swimming with dolphins was the highlight of my trip.
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Dolphins are known for saving people from drowning.
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It's amazing how smart dolphins are!
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The dolphin swam close to the boat.
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