le hippo
hippo
C'est un très gros animal gris qui vit dans les rivières d'Afrique. Il a une peau épaisse, de petites oreilles et passe beaucoup de temps dans l'eau pour rester au frais.
The word "hippo" in French is an informal or shortened form derived from "hippopotame," which means "hippopotamus" in English.
Meaning:
- Refers to the large, mostly herbivorous, semi-aquatic mammal known as the hippopotamus.
- The hippopotamus is characterized by its large size, barrel-shaped torso, large mouth and teeth, nearly hairless body, and large size.
Parts of the Word:
- hippo- comes from the Greek "hippos" meaning "horse."
- -potame comes from Greek "potamos" meaning "river."
So "hippopotamus" literally means "river horse."
Synonyms:
- Hippopotamus (English)
- River horse (rare poetic name)
Antonyms:
- There is no direct antonym since it's an animal name, but perhaps animals contrasting with hippos would be small or terrestrial animals.
Additional Note:
In French, "hippo" is often used informally or affectionately to refer to a hippopotamus, especially with children or in casual settings.
In English, "hippo" is also commonly used as a shorthand for hippopotamus.
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Hier, nous avons vu deux hippos au zoo.noun
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