Serpientes (en. Snakes)

/serˈpjen.tes/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Reptiles of the suborder Serpentes, generally with elongated bodies and without legs.

Snakes can be venomous or non-venomous.

Las serpientes pueden ser venenosas o no venenosas.

An animal in the form of a snake that can be found in various habitats.

In the forest, the hissing of snakes can be heard.

En el bosque se oyen los siseos de las serpientes.

Symbolic representation of deceit or betrayal.

In history, the snake is a symbol of temptation.

En la historia, la serpiente es un símbolo de tentación.

From the Latin 'serpens', -entis, meaning 'serpent'.

rattlesnake

A type of snake known for its characteristic sound.

serpiente de cascabel

snake in the garden

Reference to betrayal or hidden deception.

serpiente en el jardín

fight against snakes

Facing complicated problems or unknown dangers.

luchar contra serpientes

sinuous

That forms many curves or turns.

serpenteante

ophidian

Belongs to the order of reptiles that includes snakes.

ofidio

reptile

Group to which snakes belong, along with lizards and turtles.

reptil

Deceptive or treacherous person.

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

No confíes en él, es una serpiente.

Someone who acts disloyal.

He’s always whispering; he’s a real snake.

Siempre está cuchicheando; es una verdadera serpiente.