Elefantes (en. Elephants)

/elefantes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Large land animals with a trunk and tusks.

Elephants are known for their intelligence and memory.

Los elefantes son conocidos por su inteligencia y memoria.

Mammals that live in herds and are native to Africa and Asia.

African elephants are larger than Asian elephants.

Los elefantes africanos son más grandes que los asiáticos.

They are characterized by their thick skin and large size.

Elephants can weigh up to 6,000 kg.

Los elefantes pueden pesar hasta 6,000 kg.

The word 'elephant' comes from the Greek 'elephas', which means 'ivory' or 'elephant'.

elephant in the room

An obvious problem that everyone avoids discussing.

elefante en la habitación

elephant memory

Ability to remember things accurately.

memoria de elefante

trunk

Elongated limb that elephants use to feed and drink.

trompa

tusk

Long, curved tooth that elephants have, used for digging and defending themselves.

colmillo

herd

Group of elephants that live and move together.

manada

Referring to someone clumsy or awkward.

That move was so clumsy, you looked like an elephant in a china shop!

Esa jugada fue tan torpe, ¡parecías un elefante en una cristalería!

Someone who is very strong or imposing.

Although he is very friendly, his size makes him look like an elephant.

Aunque es muy amistoso, su tamaño le hace verse como un elefante.