moose
word
/ˈmus/
moos
/mˈuːs/
moos
Definition
A moose is a large animal with big antlers, related to the deer family, found mostly in North America and northern Europe.
Usage & Nuances
'Moose' is both singular and plural (one moose, two moose). In the UK, 'elk' refers to this animal, but in North America, 'elk' is a different species. 'Moose' is discussed mainly in wildlife or nature contexts.
Spanish: alce (animal) - alce americanoPortuguese (BR): alce (animal)Portuguese (PT): alce (animal)Chinese (Simplified): 驼鹿Chinese (Traditional): 駝鹿Hindi: मूस (जानवर)Arabic: موظ (حيوان)Bengali: মুজ - হরিণ জাতীয় বৃহৎ প্রাণীRussian: лосьJapanese: ヘラジカVietnamese: nai sừng tấmKorean: 무스 - 말큰사슴Turkish: ayıgı geyik - amerikan geyiğiUrdu: موسIndonesian: rusa besar - moose
Example Sentences
Be careful when driving, a moose might cross the road suddenly.
natural
A moose can be seen near the lake in winter.
basic
The moose has very large antlers.
basic
I saw a moose at the wildlife park yesterday.
basic
We went hiking and spotted two moose in the forest.
natural
Did you know that moose are excellent swimmers?
natural