Insekt
/ɪnˈzɛkt/noun★Beginner
general
A small arthropod with six legs, typically having wings and antennae.
Die Bienen sind wichtige Insekten für die Bestäubung.
Bees are important insects for pollination.
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The term 'Insekt' is a general term for insects in German.
Collocations
giftiges Insektpoisonous insectfliegendes Insektflying insectInsektenstichinsect bite
Synonyms
💡Pro Tip
Plural Form
The plural of 'Insekt' is 'Insekten'.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'insectum', meaning 'cut into' or 'divided', referring to the segmented body of insects.
📝Usage Notes
In German, 'Insekt' is a general term for insects, while 'Käfer' refers specifically to beetles.
Word Breakdown
Insekt
insect
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