Cool MateMeaning of Worm
a long, thin creature with a soft body and no bones or legs
In simple words: A small, long creature with no legs that lives in the ground or soil.
Worm in a sentence
- birds looking for worms
- Worms burrow down through the soil.
- The dog has worms.
- This apple is full of worms.
How to use Worm
Generally used in casual contexts. Not suitable for formal writing. Can refer to various types of worms (e.g., earthworms, parasitic worms), depending on context.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Worms wiggle in the warm dirt! Think of a wiggly 'W' shape.
Related words
Synonyms for Worm
- creature
- invertebrate
- segmented worm
Common mistakes with Worm
- Confused with 'vermin' which refers to pests more broadly.
- Using 'worm' in a plural context when referring to types without 's' (e.g., 'two types of worm').
- Mixing up 'worm' with similar-sounding words such as 'warm'.
Worm appears in
Worm in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
دودة
مخلوق صغير وطويل بدون أرجل يعيش في الأرض أو التربة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
পোকা
একটি ছোট, লম্বা প্রাণী যার পা নেই এবং যা মাটি বা বালিতে বাস করে।
- GermanDeutsch
Wurm
Ein kleines, langes Lebewesen ohne Beine, das im Boden oder in der Erde lebt.
- SpanishEspañol
Gusano
Una criatura pequeña y larga sin patas que vive en la tierra o el suelo.
- Persianفارسی
کرم
یه موجود کوچولو و دراز که پا نداره و توی خاک زندگی میکنه.
- FrenchFrançais
Ver
Une petite créature longue et sans pattes qui vit dans le sol.
- Hindiहिन्दी
कीड़ा
एक छोटा, लंबा जीव जिसके पैर नहीं होते और जो ज़मीन या मिट्टी में रहता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Verme
Una piccola creatura lunga e senza zampe che vive nel terreno o nel suolo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Minhoca
Uma criatura pequena e comprida, sem pernas, que vive na terra ou no solo.
- RussianРусский
Червь
Маленькое, длинное существо без ног, которое живет в земле или почве.
- Urduاردو
کیڑا
ایک چھوٹا، لمبا جانور جس کی ٹانگیں نہیں ہوتیں اور جو زمین یا مٹی میں رہتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
虫子, 蠕虫
一种没有腿的细长小生物，生活在土里。
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- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Worm
What does Worm mean?
A small, long creature with no legs that lives in the ground or soil.
What is the definition of Worm?
a long, thin creature with a soft body and no bones or legs
How do you use Worm in a sentence?
birds looking for worms
Can you give another example of Worm?
Worms burrow down through the soil.
What are synonyms for Worm?
Common alternatives include creature, invertebrate, segmented worm.
What is the opposite of Worm?
Opposite meanings include bird, predator.
What words go with Worm?
It commonly pairs with burrow, crawl, wriggle, cast.
What are common mistakes when using Worm?
Confused with 'vermin' which refers to pests more broadly. Using 'worm' in a plural context when referring to types without 's' (e.g., 'two types of worm'). Mixing up 'worm' with similar-sounding words such as 'warm'.
How do you pronounce Worm?
US: /["/wɜːrm/"]/, UK: /["/wɜːm/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Worm?
Generally used in casual contexts. Not suitable for formal writing. Can refer to various types of worms (e.g., earthworms, parasitic worms), depending on context.
What CEFR level is Worm?
"Worm" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.