termites
word · lemma: termite
Definition
Small insects that eat wood and live in large groups, often causing damage to houses and other buildings.
Usage & Nuances
'Termites' is always plural when referring to more than one. Used mostly in scientific, pest control, or home maintenance contexts. Not to be confused with 'ants,' although they look similar. Common collocations: 'termite infestation,' 'termite damage,' 'termite nest.'
Spanish: termitasPortuguese (BR): cupinsPortuguese (PT): térmitasChinese (Simplified): 白蚁Chinese (Traditional): 白蟻Hindi: दीमकArabic: النمل الأبيضBengali: দিমাকRussian: термитыJapanese: シロアリVietnamese: mốiKorean: 흰개미Turkish: termitUrdu: دیمکIndonesian: rayap
Example Sentences
We found termites in the old chair.
basic
The house has a problem with termites.
basic
Termites eat wood and can damage houses.
basic
If you see little tunnels in wood, it might be termites.
natural
We had to call pest control because of termites in the walls.
natural
Some people don’t realize they have termites until the damage is serious.
natural