sting
sting
living beings insects verb
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sting with Russian translation
sting usage examples
Если потревожить гнездо, осы могут жалить внезапно.
If you disturb the nest, the wasps may sting quickly.
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sting belongs to the topic "Insects". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
sting synonyms
Related words worth learning together
to cut or seize with the teeth or mandibles; used for animals and some insects (e.g. mosquito bite)
I was bitten by a mosquito last night.
to make a small hole with a sharp point; also to feel a small sharp pain
He pricked his finger on a thorn.
The puppy nipped my hand while playing.
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В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
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How to pronounce sting and what this word means
sting means sting. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce sting
/ˈstɪŋ/
sting translation
sting
sting examples
If you disturb the nest, the wasps may sting quickly.
sting transcription
/ˈstɪŋ/, /ˈstɪŋ/
Questions about this word
sting meaning: what does it mean?
living beings insects verb
sting pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
sting is pronounced as /ˈstɪŋ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
sting definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
If you disturb the nest, the wasps may sting quickly. Translation: Если потревожить гнездо, осы могут жалить внезапно.
Is sting part of Insects vocabulary?
Yes, sting can be learned in the Insects topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is sting part of Living Beings vocabulary?
Yes, sting can be learned in the Living Beings topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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