bacteria
Translation
bacteria
Examples
Some bacteria are harmful to humans.
Some bacteria are harmful to humans.
Yogurt is made using beneficial bacteria.
Yoghurt is made using beneficial bacteria.
Grammar Patterns
((bacteria)) + plural verb Some bacteria are harmful.
((bacteria)) + singular verb (as collective noun) Good bacteria helps digestion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: germs, microbes
Etymology
From Greek 'bakterion' meaning 'small staff', as the first ones observed were rod-shaped.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'bacteria' is the plural of 'bacterium'. Think of a 'back' pack full of tiny living things.