Serpiente (en. Snake)

/serˈpjente/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Reptile belonging to the suborder Serpentes, characterized by its elongated body and lack of limbs.

The snake slithered through the grass.

La serpiente se deslizó entre la hierba.

Animal that is usually carnivorous and has the ability to inject venom.

Venomous snakes are dangerous to humans.

Las serpientes venenosas son peligrosas para los humanos.

Symbol of cunning or malice in many cultures.

In history, the snake represents temptation.

En la historia, la serpiente representa la tentación.

From Latin serpēns, serpentis, which means 'the one that crawls.'

rattlesnake

Snake that emits a characteristic sound due to the presence of a rattle in its tail.

serpiente de cascabel

feathered serpent

Symbol of the Mesoamerican deity Quetzalcoatl.

serpiente emplumada

snake in the garden

Reference to betrayal or temptation.

serpiente en el jardín

reptile

Class of animals that includes snakes, lizards, turtles, etc.

reptil

venom

Toxic substance that some snakes use for hunting.

veneno

scales

Protective coverings that snakes have on their skin.

escamas

Deceitful or treacherous person.

Don't trust him, he's a snake.

No confíes en él, es una serpiente.

Someone who moves stealthily or cunningly.

Perfect for the job, he knows how to move like a snake.

Perfecto para el trabajo, sabe moverse como una serpiente.