eagle
word
/ˈiɡəɫ/
EE-guhl
/ˈiːɡəl/
EE-guhl
Definition
A large, powerful bird that hunts other animals and has very strong wings, eyes, and claws. Eagles are often used as symbols of strength, freedom, and national identity.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to the bird, but in some contexts it can also mean a score of two under par in golf. Common combinations include 'bald eagle', 'golden eagle', and 'eagle nest'.
Spanish: águilaPortuguese (BR): águiaPortuguese (PT): águiaChinese (Simplified): 鹰Chinese (Traditional): 鷹Hindi: उकाब - गरुड़Arabic: نسرBengali: ঈগল - উল্লু (পাখি)Russian: орёлJapanese: ワシVietnamese: đại bàngKorean: 독수리Turkish: kartalUrdu: عقابIndonesian: elang
Example Sentences
We saw an eagle flying over the lake.
basic
The eagle has very sharp eyes.
basic
That eagle built its nest high in the tree.
basic
An eagle just circled above us for a minute—did you see it?
natural
The team put an eagle on its logo to make it look stronger.
natural
He got an eagle on the 8th hole and couldn't stop smiling.
natural