A1 noun Neutral

carnivore

/ˈkɑːrnɪvɔːr/

A carnivore is an animal that gets its food from eating other animals. These animals are often called meat-eaters and have special teeth for hunting and eating flesh.

Beispiele

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A lion is a famous carnivore that hunts in the grasslands.

A lion is a famous carnivore that hunts in the grasslands.

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Research indicates that the apex carnivore plays a vital role in the ecosystem.

Research indicates that the apex carnivore plays a vital role in the ecosystem.

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I'm a total carnivore; I need a steak for dinner tonight!

I'm a total carnivore; I need a steak for dinner tonight!

Wortfamilie

Nomen
carnivore
Adverb
carnivorously
Adjektiv
carnivorous
Verwandt
carnivory
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Merkhilfe

Think of 'Chili con Carne' (chili with meat). 'Carne' means meat, and 'vore' sounds like 'devour'. A carnivore devours meat!

Schnelles Quiz

A wolf is a ________ because it hunts other animals for food.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: carnivore

Beispiele

1

A lion is a famous carnivore that hunts in the grasslands.

everyday

A lion is a famous carnivore that hunts in the grasslands.

2

Research indicates that the apex carnivore plays a vital role in the ecosystem.

formal

Research indicates that the apex carnivore plays a vital role in the ecosystem.

3

I'm a total carnivore; I need a steak for dinner tonight!

informal

I'm a total carnivore; I need a steak for dinner tonight!

4

Paleontologists classify Tyrannosaurus rex as a massive terrestrial carnivore.

academic

Paleontologists classify Tyrannosaurus rex as a massive terrestrial carnivore.

5

In this industry, you have to be a carnivore to survive the competition.

business

In this industry, you have to be a carnivore to survive the competition.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
carnivore
Adverb
carnivorously
Adjektiv
carnivorous
Verwandt
carnivory

Häufige Kollokationen

apex carnivore apex carnivore
strict carnivore strict carnivore
land carnivore land carnivore
wild carnivore wild carnivore
obligate carnivore obligate carnivore

Häufige Phrasen

top carnivore

top carnivore

carnivore diet

carnivore diet

social carnivore

social carnivore

Wird oft verwechselt mit

carnivore vs herbivore

A herbivore eats only plants, while a carnivore eats only meat.

carnivore vs omnivore

An omnivore eats both plants and meat, but a carnivore focuses on meat.

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Nutzungshinweise

While 'carnivore' is a scientific term for animals, it is often used humorously to describe people who love eating meat and dislike vegetables.

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Häufige Fehler

Don't forget the 'e' at the end of 'carnivore'. Also, do not confuse it with the adjective form 'carnivorous' when describing the animal's behavior.

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Merkhilfe

Think of 'Chili con Carne' (chili with meat). 'Carne' means meat, and 'vore' sounds like 'devour'. A carnivore devours meat!

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Wortherkunft

From the Latin words 'caro' (flesh/meat) and 'vorare' (to devour or eat greedily).

Grammatikmuster

Countable noun: one carnivore, two carnivores Often used with the definite article 'the' when talking about a species
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Kultureller Kontext

In modern health trends, the 'Carnivore Diet' has become a popular but controversial topic involving eating only animal products.

Schnelles Quiz

A wolf is a ________ because it hunts other animals for food.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: carnivore

Mehr nature Wörter

savanna

A1

A savanna is a large, flat area of land covered with grass and only a few scattered trees. It is mostly found in hot regions, such as Africa and South America, and supports a wide variety of wildlife.

estuary

A1

An estuary is the wide part of a river where it joins the sea. It is a unique place where fresh water from the river mixes with salty water from the ocean.

undergrowth

A1

Undergrowth refers to the small plants, bushes, and shrubs that grow on the ground beneath the taller trees in a forest or wood. It is often dense and can make walking through the area difficult.

germination

A1

Germination is the process where a seed starts to grow into a new plant. It happens when the seed has enough water, the right temperature, and oxygen.

evergreen

A1

An evergreen is a tree or plant that keeps its green leaves all year round, even in the winter. Unlike deciduous trees, it does not lose its foliage during the cold seasons.

endangered species

A1

A group of animals or plants that are in danger of disappearing forever. There are very few of them left in the world, so people try to protect them.

sanctuary

A1

A safe place where people or animals are protected from danger or trouble. It is also a quiet, peaceful place where you can feel calm and relaxed.

mammal

A1

A mammal is a type of animal that breathes air, usually has hair or fur, and gives birth to live young. They are special because the mothers produce milk to feed their babies.

reptile

A1

A reptile is a cold-blooded animal with dry, scaly skin that usually lays eggs on land. Snakes, lizards, turtles, and crocodiles are common examples of this group of animals.

invertebrate

A1

An invertebrate is an animal that does not have a backbone or a skeleton inside its body. This group includes many common animals like insects, spiders, worms, and crabs.

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