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UK/["/ˈɪnsekt/"]/US/["/ˈɪnsekt/"]/

Meaning of Insect

any small creature with six legs and a body divided into three parts. Insects usually also have wings. Ants, bees and flies are all insects.

In simple words: A small animal with a hard body and six legs, like a bee or ant.

Insect in a sentence

  • An insect can be a bee, a butterfly, or a mosquito.
  • Some insects, like ants, work together in colonies.
  • The insect crawled slowly on the ground.
  • Insect bites can be very itchy and uncomfortable.
  • I saw a large insect in the garden today.
  • Some people are afraid of insects, while others find them fascinating.

How to use Insect

Use 'insect' when describing small arthropods. Avoid in formal contexts where scientific classification is required; use specific terms instead.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Insects are IN your next meal or outside; think of a group of six-legged friends.

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Synonyms for Insect

Opposites of Insect

Common mistakes with Insect

  • Confused with 'insect' vs 'insects' - forgetting to make it plural when referring to multiple.
  • Mixing up with 'bug' - interpreting 'bug' too broadly.
  • Using 'insect' when referring to larger creatures, like spiders.

Compare Insect with Bug, Creature

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Frequently asked questions about Insect

What does Insect mean?

A small animal with a hard body and six legs, like a bee or ant.

What is the definition of Insect?

any small creature with six legs and a body divided into three parts. Insects usually also have wings. Ants, bees and flies are all insects.

How do you use Insect in a sentence?

An insect can be a bee, a butterfly, or a mosquito.

Can you give another example of Insect?

Some insects, like ants, work together in colonies.

What are synonyms for Insect?

Common alternatives include bug, arthropod, creature, pest.

What is the opposite of Insect?

Opposite meanings include mammal, bird.

What words go with Insect?

It commonly pairs with flying, winged, aquatic, swarm, repel, control, kill, buzz, fly, crawl, attack, infestation, bite.

What are common mistakes when using Insect?

Confused with 'insect' vs 'insects' - forgetting to make it plural when referring to multiple. Mixing up with 'bug' - interpreting 'bug' too broadly. Using 'insect' when referring to larger creatures, like spiders.

How do you pronounce Insect?

US: /["/ˈɪnsekt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɪnsekt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Insect?

Use 'insect' when describing small arthropods. Avoid in formal contexts where scientific classification is required; use specific terms instead.

What CEFR level is Insect?

"Insect" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.