snowman
word
/ˈsnoʊˌmæn/
/snˈəʊmən/
Definition
A snowman is a figure made out of snow, usually shaped to look like a person, often with sticks for arms and a carrot for a nose.
Usage & Nuances
Usually associated with winter, holidays, and children's play. Often built in the yard or park after snow; part of cultural references (e.g., 'Frosty the Snowman'). Not an everyday concept in warm climates.
Spanish: muñeco de nievePortuguese (BR): boneco de nevePortuguese (PT): boneco de neveChinese (Simplified): 雪人Chinese (Traditional): 雪人Hindi: स्नोमैन - बर्फ का आदमीArabic: رجل الثلجBengali: তুষারমানবRussian: снеговикJapanese: 雪だるまVietnamese: người tuyếtKorean: 눈사람Turkish: kardanadamUrdu: برف کا آدمی - سنو مینIndonesian: manusia salju
Example Sentences
The children built a snowman in the yard.
basic
It takes a lot of snow to make a snowman.
basic
The snowman has a carrot for a nose.
basic
Let's go outside and build a snowman before the snow melts.
natural
My little brother put his scarf on the snowman to keep him warm.
natural
Every winter, our family takes a photo with the biggest snowman we can make.
natural