Translation of Spanish word "animal" to English
animal
/a.ni.ˈmal/
Meaning
NounA multicellular organism of the kingdom Animalia that is usually mobile, with cells that are not encased in a rigid cell wall (distinguishing them from plants and fungi) and derives energy solely from the consumption of other organisms.
How to use
Animal ('animal') is masculine. Animal doméstico — Domestic animal / pet.
🇬🇧 English
animal
Example
Los humanos, al igual que otros animales, necesitamos aire para respirar y comida para comer.
Humans, like other animals, need air to breathe and food to eat.
Cuando tiene hambre, mi niño abre la boca como un animal en lugar de pedirnos que le demos de comer.
When he is hungry, my child opens his mouth like an animal instead of asking us to feed him.
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Common phrases
- animal salvaje— wild animal
- reino animal— animal kingdom
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What does the Spanish word "animal" mean?▼
The Spanish word "animal" means "animal" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "El perro es un animal leal." (which translates as "Humans, like other animals, need air to breathe and food to eat.").
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