Cool MateMeaning of Duck
A waterbird known for its distinctive quack and webbed feet.
In simple words: A waterbird with a broad body and short legs.
Duck in a sentence
- The duck waddled across the park, quacking happily.
- She saw a mother duck leading her ducklings to the pond.
- He tried to duck under the low branch as he walked.
- Duck soup is a popular dish in some cultures.
- In the garden, a duck was searching for food among the flowers.
How to use Duck
Use 'duck' to refer to the bird or as a verb meaning to lower your head quickly. It's often used in informal settings for the bird.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'duck' quacking near a pond, bobbing in the water.
Related words
Collocations with Duck
- duck pond
- rubber duck
- duck hunting
- duck eggs
- duck costume
Synonyms for Duck
- waterfowl
- drake
- hen
- quacker
Opposites of Duck
- rise
- hover
Common mistakes with Duck
- Confused with 'drake' which specifically refers to a male duck.
- Using 'duck' only in a literal sense, ignoring its idiomatic uses.
Duck appears in
Duck in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بطة
طائر مائي جسمه عريض وأرجله قصيرة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
হাঁস
একটি জলচর পাখি যার শরীর চওড়া এবং পা ছোট।
- GermanDeutsch
Ente
Ein Wasservogel mit einem breiten Körper und kurzen Beinen.
- SpanishEspañol
Pato
Un ave acuática con cuerpo ancho y patas cortas.
- Persianفارسی
اردک
یه پرنده آبزیه که بدنش پهنه و پاهای کوتاهی داره.
- FrenchFrançais
Canard
Un oiseau aquatique avec un corps large et des pattes courtes.
- Hindiहिन्दी
बत्तख
एक चौड़े शरीर और छोटी टांगों वाला जलपक्षी।
- ItalianItaliano
Anatra
Un uccello acquatico con un corpo largo e zampe corte.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Pato
Uma ave aquática com corpo largo e pernas curtas.
- RussianРусский
Утка, нырять
Водоплавающая птица с широким телом и короткими ногами.
- Urduاردو
بتھ
ایک آبی پرندہ جس کا جسم چوڑا اور ٹانگیں چھوٹی ہوتی ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
鸭子, 躲避
一种身体宽阔、腿短的水鸟。
More words like Duck
- AlwaysA1
at all times; on every occasion
- You'd be the chosen one
You are the person selected for an important role or responsibility.
- MillionA1
1 000 000
- You're one in a million
A phrase expressing that someone is very special or unique.
- You've got to
An expression indicating that someone needs to do something.
- You've got to burn to shine
You need to face hardships to achieve greatness.
People also search for
- Duck meaning
- meaning of Duck
- Duck definition
- define Duck
- what does Duck mean
- Duck means
- how to use Duck
Frequently asked questions about Duck
What does Duck mean?
A waterbird with a broad body and short legs.
What is the definition of Duck?
A waterbird known for its distinctive quack and webbed feet.
How do you use Duck in a sentence?
The duck waddled across the park, quacking happily.
Can you give another example of Duck?
She saw a mother duck leading her ducklings to the pond.
What are synonyms for Duck?
Common alternatives include waterfowl, drake, hen, quacker.
What is the opposite of Duck?
Opposite meanings include rise, hover.
What words go with Duck?
It commonly pairs with duck pond, rubber duck, duck hunting, duck eggs, duck costume.
What are common mistakes when using Duck?
Confused with 'drake' which specifically refers to a male duck. Using 'duck' only in a literal sense, ignoring its idiomatic uses.
How do you pronounce Duck?
US: //dʌk//, UK: //dʌk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Duck?
Use 'duck' to refer to the bird or as a verb meaning to lower your head quickly. It's often used in informal settings for the bird.