whales
word · lemma: whale
/ˈhweɪɫz/
waylz
/wˈeɪlz/
waylz
Definition
Large marine mammals that live in the ocean and breathe air through a blowhole. Some of the largest animals in the world are whales.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used as a noun in the plural. Refers to several species, so 'whales' can mean all types or specific kinds. Not to be confused with fish; whales are mammals. Common collocations: 'whale watching', 'species of whales'. Singular is 'whale'.
Spanish: ballenasPortuguese (BR): baleiasPortuguese (PT): baleiasChinese (Simplified): 鲸鱼Chinese (Traditional): 鯨魚Hindi: व्हेलArabic: الحيتانBengali: তিমিRussian: китыJapanese: クジラVietnamese: cá voiKorean: 고래Turkish: balinaUrdu: وہیلIndonesian: paus
Example Sentences
Whales are the largest animals in the ocean.
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People travel from all over just to see whales in the wild.
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Did you know some whales can sing underwater?
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Many whales eat small fish and plankton.
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Some whales migrate thousands of miles every year.
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The movie was about two kids helping stranded whales get back to sea.
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