lizard
word
/ˈɫɪzɝd/
LI-zurd
/lˈɪzəd/
LI-zuhd
Definition
A lizard is a small reptile with dry, scaly skin, usually four legs, and a long tail. They can be found in warm and sunny places.
Usage & Nuances
'Lizard' is a general term and includes many species; 'gecko' and 'iguana' are types of lizards. Used in both formal and informal contexts. In some places, people refer to very small lizards as 'geckos' or 'anoles'.
Spanish: lagarto - lagartijaPortuguese (BR): lagarto - lagartixaPortuguese (PT): lagarto - lagartixaChinese (Simplified): 蜥蜴Chinese (Traditional): 蜥蜴Hindi: छिपकलीArabic: سحليةBengali: গিরগিটি - টিকটিকিRussian: ящерицаJapanese: トカゲVietnamese: thằn lằnKorean: 도마뱀Turkish: kertenkeleUrdu: چھپکلیIndonesian: kadal
Example Sentences
A lizard is sitting on the rock.
basic
My brother caught a small lizard in the garden.
basic
The lizard has a long tail.
basic
I saw a green lizard running across the wall this morning.
natural
Some people keep a lizard as a pet at home.
natural
Don't worry, that little lizard in the corner won't hurt you.
natural