Hares Meaning in English
word · lemma: hare
ˈhɛɹz
HAIRZ
hˈeəz
HAIRZ
Definition
Hares are fast-running, long-eared animals similar to rabbits, but usually larger and living in open fields.
Usage & Nuances
"Hares" is the plural of "hare." Do not confuse with "rabbits"—hares are usually wild, larger, and live above ground. Used mostly in scientific or nature contexts.
Spanish: liebresPortuguese (BR): lebresPortuguese (PT): lebresChinese (Simplified): 野兔Chinese (Traditional): 野兔Hindi: खरगोशArabic: الأرانب البريةBengali: খরগোশ (বন খরগোশ) - শশকRussian: зайцыJapanese: ノウサギVietnamese: thỏ rừngKorean: 산토끼Turkish: yaban tavşanlarıUrdu: خرگوش (جنگلی خرگوش)Indonesian: kelinci liar
Example Sentences
Hares run very fast to escape from predators.
basic
We saw several hares in the field this morning.
basic
The hares have long ears and strong legs.
basic
Unlike rabbits, hares usually live alone and don’t dig burrows.
natural
Farmers sometimes complain that hares eat young crops in the spring.
natural
If you walk quietly at dawn, you might spot hares in the meadow.
natural