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UK//ˈsɛntɪpiːd//US//ˈsɛntɪpiːd//

Meaning of What is centipede

A centipede is an elongated insect with many legs, typically found in damp environments.

In simple words: A long, many-legged creature that lives in soil.

What is centipede in a sentence

  • The centipede skittered across the floor quickly.
  • I saw a large centipede hiding under the log.
  • Some people are afraid of centipedes due to their many legs.
  • We learned about the centipede's habitat in science class.

How to use What is centipede

Used in both spoken and written English to refer to the insect. Common in educational contexts about insects or wildlife.

Grammar pattern

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Memory hint

Think of a 'centi' (hundred) and 'pede' (foot) – it has many feet!

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Collocations with What is centipede

  • many-legged creature
  • venomous centipede
  • centipede habitat

Synonyms for What is centipede

Common mistakes with What is centipede

  • Confused with 'millipede', which has more legs.
  • Sometimes referred to as a 'bug' incorrectly.
  • Spelled mistakenly as 'centapede'.

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Frequently asked questions about What is centipede

What does What is centipede mean?

A long, many-legged creature that lives in soil.

What is the definition of What is centipede?

A centipede is an elongated insect with many legs, typically found in damp environments.

How do you use What is centipede in a sentence?

The centipede skittered across the floor quickly.

Can you give another example of What is centipede?

I saw a large centipede hiding under the log.

What are synonyms for What is centipede?

Common alternatives include myriapod, insect, arthropod.

What words go with What is centipede?

It commonly pairs with many-legged creature, venomous centipede, centipede habitat.

What are common mistakes when using What is centipede?

Confused with 'millipede', which has more legs. Sometimes referred to as a 'bug' incorrectly. Spelled mistakenly as 'centapede'.

How do you pronounce What is centipede?

US: //ˈsɛntɪpiːd//, UK: //ˈsɛntɪpiːd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use What is centipede?

Used in both spoken and written English to refer to the insect. Common in educational contexts about insects or wildlife.