grizzly
word
/ˈɡɹɪzɫi/
/ɡɹˈɪzli/
Definition
A grizzly is a large, powerful brown bear found in North America, known for its humped back and fierce nature.
Usage & Nuances
Always refers to the 'grizzly bear', never just 'grizzly' for other animals. Common in North American wildlife contexts. Not used for Asian or European bears. Sometimes used figuratively to suggest something fierce or rugged.
Spanish: oso grizzly - oso pardo (de América del Norte)Portuguese (BR): urso pardo (grizzly)Portuguese (PT): urso pardo (grizzly)Chinese (Simplified): 灰熊Chinese (Traditional): 灰熊Hindi: ग्रिज़ली भालूArabic: دب أشيبBengali: গ্রিজলি ভাল্লুকRussian: гризли (медведь)Japanese: グリズリーVietnamese: gấu xám - gấu grizzlyKorean: 그리즐리 곰Turkish: grizzly ayısıUrdu: گریزلی ریچھIndonesian: beruang grizzly
Example Sentences
A grizzly is a type of bear found in North America.
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The grizzly has thick brown fur.
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We saw a huge grizzly fishing in the river during our trip to Alaska.
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Many people are afraid of a grizzly because it is very strong.
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If you go hiking in Montana, there’s a chance you’ll run into a grizzly.
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That old guy looks tough—like a real grizzly!
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