B2 verb Neutre

fauna

/ˈfɔːnə/

Fauna refers to the animals of a particular region, habitat, or geological period. It is a collective noun used to describe the entire animal life existing in a specific environment.

Exemples

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1

The local fauna includes several species of deer and a variety of migratory birds.

The local fauna includes several species of deer and a variety of migratory birds.

2

The environmental impact assessment must account for the protection of indigenous fauna.

The environmental impact assessment must account for the protection of indigenous fauna.

3

The woods are great for spotting some cool local fauna if you stay quiet.

The woods are great for spotting some cool local fauna if you stay quiet.

Famille de mots

Nom
fauna
Adjectif
faunal
Apparenté
faunist
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Astuce mémo

Think of 'fauna' starting with 'F' like a 'fawn' (a baby deer). Fawn = Animal = Fauna. (Contrast with Flora = Flower = Plant).

Quiz rapide

The island is famous for its unique _____, including several species of flightless birds.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : fauna

Exemples

1

The local fauna includes several species of deer and a variety of migratory birds.

everyday

The local fauna includes several species of deer and a variety of migratory birds.

2

The environmental impact assessment must account for the protection of indigenous fauna.

formal

The environmental impact assessment must account for the protection of indigenous fauna.

3

The woods are great for spotting some cool local fauna if you stay quiet.

informal

The woods are great for spotting some cool local fauna if you stay quiet.

4

Paleontologists study the fossilized remains to understand the prehistoric fauna of the region.

academic

Paleontologists study the fossilized remains to understand the prehistoric fauna of the region.

5

Our eco-resort's primary marketing strategy focuses on the preservation of unique island fauna.

business

Our eco-resort's primary marketing strategy focuses on the preservation of unique island fauna.

Famille de mots

Nom
fauna
Adjectif
faunal
Apparenté
faunist

Collocations courantes

native fauna native fauna
marine fauna marine fauna
diverse fauna diverse fauna
indigenous fauna indigenous fauna
endangered fauna endangered fauna

Phrases Courantes

flora and fauna

plants and animals

avian fauna

bird life

terrestrial fauna

land-dwelling animals

Souvent confondu avec

fauna vs flora

Flora refers specifically to plant life, while fauna refers to animal life.

fauna vs faun

A faun is a mythological creature (half-man, half-goat), whereas fauna is a collective term for animals.

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Notes d'usage

Fauna is almost always used alongside 'flora' to describe the natural life of a place. It is a collective noun and is generally treated as singular, though it refers to many animals.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often swap fauna (animals) with flora (plants). Remember that 'fauna' is a collective noun and does not usually take a plural 's' (faunas is rare and only used when comparing different sets of animal populations).

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Astuce mémo

Think of 'fauna' starting with 'F' like a 'fawn' (a baby deer). Fawn = Animal = Fauna. (Contrast with Flora = Flower = Plant).

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Origine du mot

Derived from the name 'Fauna', a Roman goddess of earth and fertility, associated with the woods and animals.

Modèles grammaticaux

Uncountable collective noun Often used in the binomial pair 'flora and fauna' The adjective form 'faunal' is used in scientific contexts (e.g., faunal analysis)
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Contexte culturel

The term is frequently used in Australian and African tourism to highlight unique wildlife like kangaroos or lions.

Quiz rapide

The island is famous for its unique _____, including several species of flightless birds.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : fauna

Mots lis

intrabrevsion

C1

A technical or linguistic term referring to the internal abbreviation or condensation of information within a specific system or document. It describes the act of shortening components for internal efficiency while maintaining the integrity of the overall structure.

prevalor

C1

To prove superior in power, influence, or frequency within a specific context. It describes a situation where one principle, opinion, or force becomes dominant over others.

ultrajuncter

C1

Describing something that exists beyond a standard point of connection or is characterized by an extreme degree of integration between disparate parts. It is typically used in specialized contexts to denote systems, theories, or structures that bridge multiple complex networks simultaneously.

macrosanctible

C1

A large-scale system, institution, or conceptual framework that is regarded as inviolable and beyond criticism due to its perceived sacredness or fundamental importance. It typically refers to entities that are protected from alteration or scrutiny because of their massive cultural or structural status.

uncedate

C1

A formal and technical noun referring to a state or instance where a claim, territory, or right has not been yielded or surrendered. It describes the preservation of original status or possession despite pressure to concede or transfer control.

anvention

C1

To systematically modify or adapt an existing concept or object into a new form, particularly within a controlled environment or set of parameters. This verb describes the process of innovating by bridging the gap between rigorous analysis and creative invention.

semiliberness

C1

To exist in or grant a state of partial liberty or restricted autonomy. It describes the act of functioning within a framework that provides some freedom while maintaining significant oversight or control.

cosolvment

C1

Describing a substance or factor that acts in conjunction with another to facilitate the process of dissolving a solute or resolving a complex situation. In technical contexts, it refers to an auxiliary agent that enhances the solubility of a primary solvent system.

unaudless

C1

Describing something that is completely devoid of sound or impossible to hear. It is often used in literary or technical contexts to emphasize a profound state of silence or a lack of auditory signature.

monosomnful

C1

A noun referring to the physiological or habitual state of experiencing only one continuous, uninterrupted period of sleep within a twenty-four-hour cycle. It describes the quality of a monophasic sleep pattern where rest is concentrated into a single block without supplemental naps.

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