The term "bisonte" refers to a large, hump-backed mammal belonging to the family Bovidae, which is commonly found in North America and Europe. In Spanish, "bisonte" is used primarily in zoology to describe this particular animal. The frequency of usage is relatively moderate; it appears more in written contexts, especially in scientific texts, wildlife documentaries, and educational materials, compared to everyday speech.
"The bison is one of the most iconic animals of the North American plains."
"En los parques nacionales, es común observar a un bisonte pastando tranquilamente."
While "bisonte" itself is not frequently used in idiomatic expressions, discussing nature, environment, or conservation can bring it into various contexts. Here are some related idiomatic expressions:
"That football player has a bison-like body."
"Más fuerte que un bisonte"
"Juan is stronger than a bison; he can lift over two hundred kilos."
"Ser un bisonte en una tienda de cristales"
The word "bisonte" originates from Latin "bison," which in turn is derived from the ancient Greek word "bison," referring to the same animal. The usage of this term in Spanish has largely retained its zoological connotation.
Bisonte europeo (European bison)
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