Canguro (en. Kangaroo)

/kaŋˈɡuɾo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Terrestrial mammal, characterized by its strong hind legs and abdominal pouch.

The kangaroo jumped quickly across the Australian landscape.

El canguro saltó rápidamente por el paisaje australiano.

A person who looks after children, usually at home.

We hired a babysitter to take care of the children during the night.

Contratamos a un canguro para que cuidara a los niños durante la noche.

The word 'canguro' comes from the Australian term 'gangurru,' which refers to this animal.

kids' kangaroo

A person who is responsible for the care and supervision of children.

canguro de niños

kangaroo jump

A very long jump or leap, similar to a kangaroo's jump.

salto de canguro

marsupial

Group of mammals that includes kangaroos, which carry their young in a pouch.

marsupial

paw

Locomotive limb of an animal, in this case, strong in kangaroos.

pata

nanny

A person responsible for the care and attention of children.

niñera

Kangaroo as a caregiver for children.

My sister works as a babysitter in the neighborhood.

Mi hermana trabaja como canguro en el barrio.