toad
word
/ˈtoʊd/
tohd
/tˈəʊd/
tohd
Definition
A toad is a small, tailless amphibian similar to a frog, but usually with drier, rougher skin and shorter legs.
Usage & Nuances
'Toad' usually refers to land-dwelling amphibians, in contrast to 'frog' which often describes species with smooth, moist skin. 'Toad' can be used humorously for people with a grumpy appearance. Common in fairy tales and children's stories.
Spanish: sapoPortuguese (BR): sapoPortuguese (PT): sapoChinese (Simplified): 蟾蜍Chinese (Traditional): 蟾蜍Hindi: मेंढक (जाड़े में बैठने वाला)Arabic: ضفدع بريBengali: ক্যাঙাছাRussian: жабаJapanese: ヒキガエルVietnamese: cócKorean: 두꺼비Turkish: kuru kurbağaUrdu: کیکڑا (مینڈک جیسا جانور)Indonesian: katak (hewan mirip kodok)
Example Sentences
I almost stepped on a toad last night.
natural
We found a toad in the garden.
basic
A toad has dry, bumpy skin.
basic
The toad jumped into the water.
basic
Many fairy tales feature a talking toad.
natural
He called his brother a grumpy old toad as a joke.
natural