CEFR A1

animals

noun

Meaning

Living creatures that are not humans, especially those that move about and are capable of feeling or thinking.

Examples

Many animals live in the ocean.
The zoo has a wide variety of animals from all over the world.

Synonyms: creature, beast, fauna

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animals (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈænəməlz/

Definition

Living creatures that are not humans, especially those that move about and are capable of feeling or thinking.

Examples

Many animals live in the ocean.
The zoo has a wide variety of animals from all over the world.
It is important to protect endangered animals.

How to Use animals

domestic animals (collocation): Animals that have been tamed and kept by humans as pets or for farm produce. — "Dogs and cats are common domestic animals."
wild animals (collocation): Animals that live in their natural environment and are not tame. — "Lions and tigers are wild animals."
endangered animals (collocation): Animals that are at risk of extinction. — "Conservation efforts are crucial for endangered animals."

Synonyms of animals

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