das Insekt
Translation
insect
Examples
Eine Biene ist ein nützliches Insekt.
A bee is a useful insect.
Ich habe Angst vor großen Insekten.
I am afraid of big insects.
Grammar Patterns
the insect This insect can sting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Käfer (beetle), Ungeziefer (vermin)
Etymology
From the Latin 'insectum' (cut into), which refers to an insect's segmented body. It is an international cognate.
Memory Tips
This word is nearly identical to 'insect' in English, so it's a very simple one to learn.