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    Zarigüeya (en. Opossum)

    [θaɾiˈɣweja]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A species of marsupial known for its appearance similar to that of a large rat with a prehensile tail.
    The opossum is known for its ability to feign death when threatened.
    La zarigüeya es conocida por su habilidad para simular la muerte cuando se siente amenazada.
    Nocturnal animal that feeds on insects, fruits, and small vertebrates.
    In the garden, you can see opossums looking for food at night.
    En el jardín se pueden ver zarigüeyas buscando comida durante la noche.

    Etymology

    It comes from the English term 'opossum', which in turn is derived from the Algonquin language.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To be smarter than a opossum.
    To be very clever or shrewd.
    ser más astuto que una zarigüeya
    To play dead like a opossum.
    To pretend to be dead to avoid danger.
    hacer el muerto como una zarigüeya

    Related Words

    marsupial
    A class of mammals that have a pouch for carrying their young.
    marsupial
    nocturnal
    That acts or manifests primarily during the night.
    nocturno

    Slang Meanings

    A person who tends to act in a cunning or deceptive manner.
    That guy is a opossum; he always knows how to get out of problems.
    Ese tipo es una zarigüeya, siempre sabe cómo salir de los problemas.
    Someone who plays dumb or feigns ignorance.
    When asked, he played the opossum and didn't answer.
    Cuando le preguntaron, se hizo el zarigüeya y no respondió.