insect

noun

  • A small creature with six legs that can have wings, like ants and butterflies.
  • Any small bug-like creature, including spiders and worms.
  • A person who is not nice or is mean.


Synonym

  • bug

Sentences

  • An insect is a tiny creature.
  • Look at the ant, it is an insect.
  • Butterflies are colorful insects.
  • Bees are insects that make honey.
  • A ladybug is a friendly insect.

Word Explanation:

  • An insect is a tiny creature with six legs. They can be found everywhere, like ants and butterflies.

Word in hindi

कीड़ा

keeda

Other variations in hindi

  • भौंरा bhaunra
  • कीड़ा keeda

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'insect' mean?

An insect is a small creature with six legs, a body divided into three parts, and usually wings. Examples of insects are ants, butterflies, and bees.

How do you pronounce 'insect'?

You pronounce 'insect' like this: in-sekt.

What is the origin of the word 'insect'?

The word 'insect' comes from the Latin word 'insectum', which means 'cut into pieces', because insects have bodies that are divided into sections.

What is the meaning of 'insect' in Hindi?

The word 'insect' in Hindi is 'कीड़ा' (Kīḍā).

What is the meaning of 'insect' in Kannada?

The word 'insect' in Kannada is 'ಕೀಟ' (Kīṭa).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

There are over 1 million different types of insects in the world! They can be found almost everywhere, even in your backyard.

Proverb

The early bird catches the worm. (This means that those who start early have a better chance of success, just like insects that wake up early to find food.)

Quote

"Insects are the most diverse group of animals on Earth." - E.O. Wilson

Mini blog:

The Amazing World of Insects!

In the bright, buzzing world of insects, there are so many tiny creatures to discover! Just like in Eric Carle's colorful books, insects come in all shapes and sizes.

Some are small and quick, like ants marching in a line, while others are big and beautiful, like butterflies fluttering by.

Did you know that ladybugs can be red with black spots? Or that grasshoppers can jump really high?

Let’s go on a little adventure and look for these amazing insects in our gardens and parks. What insects can you find today?

Remember, every little bug has a special story to tell!