turtle
Translation
turtle
Examples
A turtle has a hard shell.
A turtle has a hard shell.
Sea turtles swim in the ocean.
Sea turtles swim in the ocean.
Grammar Patterns
a/the ((turtle)). A turtle has a hard shell.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tortoise, terrapin
Etymology
Origin is uncertain, possibly from Latin 'tortus' (twisted), referring to its feet.
Memory Tips
Picture a turtle with its shell, looking like a little 'turret' (tur-tle).