flamingo
word
Definition
A flamingo is a large wading bird known for its bright pink feathers, long legs, and curved neck.
Usage & Nuances
'Flamingo' refers specifically to the pink wading bird, not to be confused with 'flamenco' (the Spanish dance). Used in both scientific and everyday contexts, often in discussions about animals, zoos, and colors.
Spanish: flamencoPortuguese (BR): flamingoPortuguese (PT): flamingoChinese (Simplified): 火烈鸟Chinese (Traditional): 紅鶴Hindi: फ़्लेमिंगोArabic: طائر النحامBengali: ফ্ল্যামিঙ্গোRussian: фламингоJapanese: フラミンゴVietnamese: chim hồng hạcKorean: 플라밍고Turkish: flamingoUrdu: فلیمنگوIndonesian: flamingo
Example Sentences
A flamingo stands on one leg.
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Have you ever seen a group of flamingos in the wild?
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Kids love taking pictures with the big pink flamingo statue.
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That hotel lobby has a huge glass flamingo hanging from the ceiling.
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The flamingo has pink feathers.
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There is a flamingo at the zoo.
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