flamingo
Translation
flamingo
Examples
A flock of flamingos stood in the water.
A flock of flamingos stood in the water.
The flamingo gets its pink colour from its food.
The flamingo gets its pink color from its food.
Grammar Patterns
a/the flamingo Used as a countable noun for the bird. A flock of flamingos stood in the water.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (none, as it's a specific bird)
Etymology
From Spanish/Portuguese 'flamengo', literally 'flame-colored', related to 'flama' (flame).
Memory Tips
Remember that the name 'flamingo' comes from 'flame' because of their bright, flame-like pink color.