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befallen

infest

Meaning of befallen

living beings insects verb

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DE[bəˈfalən]
infest
befallen - infest
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befallen belongs to the topic "Insects". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

befalleninfest
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heimsuchen
Means to befall, strike, or visit someone/something, often used for disasters, illness, or troubles that hit severely. It is less typical for insects than the other options.
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Means to befall, strike, or visit someone/something, often used for disasters, illness, or troubles that hit severely. It is less typical for insects than the other options.

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befallen means infest. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce befallen

[bəˈfalən]

befallen translation

infest

befallen transcription

[bəˈfalən]

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befallen meaning: what does it mean?

von vielen Schädlingen oder Parasiten befallen; sich in großer Zahl ausbreiten

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befallen is pronounced as [bəˈfalən]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

Is befallen part of Insects vocabulary?

Yes, befallen (infest) can be learned in the Insects topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is befallen part of Living Beings vocabulary?

Yes, befallen (infest) can be learned in the Living Beings topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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