Quails Meaning in English
word · lemma: quail
Definition
"Quails" is the plural of "quail," a small, ground-dwelling bird known for its short tail and rounded body. It can also mean, rarely and usually as a verb, to feel afraid, but this use is uncommon.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly refers to groups of the bird "quail". In modern English, the verb meaning 'to feel afraid' is rare. Typical collocations: 'flock of quails', 'roast quails'. Do not confuse with 'quails' (verb) which is almost obsolete.
Spanish: codornicesPortuguese (BR): codornasPortuguese (PT): codornizesChinese (Simplified): 鹌鹑Chinese (Traditional): 鵪鶉Hindi: बटेरArabic: السُّمانBengali: কোয়েলRussian: перепелаJapanese: ウズラVietnamese: chim cútKorean: 메추라기Turkish: bıldırcınUrdu: بٹیرIndonesian: burung puyuh
Example Sentences
There are many quails in the field.
basic
The chef prepared roasted quails for dinner.
basic
Some people keep quails as pets.
basic
We heard the quails calling early in the morning.
natural
The farm sells fresh quails' eggs every weekend.
natural
When startled, quails run quickly into the grass to hide.
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