nounnoun

el gusano

worm

Animal pequeño y alargado que no tiene patas y suele vivir en la tierra o en frutas en descomposición.

The word "gusano" in Spanish means "worm" in English. It refers to a small, soft-bodied, legless invertebrate animal, often found in soil, used in composting, or as food for some animals. In a non-literal sense, "gusano" can also be a derogatory term used to describe someone viewed as a traitor or coward, depending on context.

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Examples

Encontré un gusano en el jardín.noun

I found a worm in the garden.

El gusano es muy pequeño.noun

The worm is very small.

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