Escorpiones (en. Scorpions)

/es.korˈpjo.nes/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Scientific classification of an arachnid with a segmented body, pincers, and a stinger.

Scorpions can be found in a variety of habitats, from deserts to forests.

Los escorpiones pueden encontrarse en una variedad de hábitats, desde desiertos hasta bosques.

Group of arachnids that include several highly venomous species.

Be careful with scorpions; some can be dangerous to humans.

Cuidado con los escorpiones, algunos pueden ser peligrosos para los humanos.

Species characterized by its aggressiveness and ability to hunt.

The yellow scorpion is famous for its potent venom.

El escorpión amarillo es famoso por su veneno potente.

The word 'scorpion' comes from the Latin 'scorpius', which in turn has roots in the Greek 'skorpios'.

to dance with scorpions

To participate in a dangerous or risky situation.

bailar con escorpiones

to do the scorpion

To act in a sly or treacherous manner.

hacer el escorpión

scorpions on the skin

To feel itchiness or irritation, typically due to allergies.

escorpiones en la piel

alacrán

Colloquial name used in many Spanish-speaking countries to refer to scorpions.

alacrán

venom

Toxic substance that some scorpions inject through their stinger.

veneno

arachnid

Class of invertebrates that includes scorpions, spiders, and ticks.

arácnido

Dangerous or treacherous people.

Be careful with him; he's a scorpion at work.

Cuidado con él, es un escorpión en el trabajo.

Someone who is aggressive or argues a lot.

Don't mess with her; she's a scorpion.

No te metas con ella, es un escorpión.