bisonte - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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bisonte (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


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Meaning and Usage

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.

Example Sentences

  1. "El bisonte es uno de los animales más icónicos de las praderas norteamericanas."
  2. "The bison is one of the most iconic animals of the North American plains."

  3. "En los parques nacionales, es común observar a un bisonte pastando tranquilamente."

  4. "In national parks, it is common to see a bison grazing peacefully."

Idiomatic Expressions

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:

  1. "Cuerpo de bisonte"
  2. Used informally to describe someone robust and sturdy.
  3. "Ese jugador de fútbol tiene un cuerpo de bisonte."
  4. "That football player has a bison-like body."

  5. "Más fuerte que un bisonte"

  6. Often used to describe someone with immense strength.
  7. "Juan es más fuerte que un bisonte, puede levantar más de doscientos kilos."
  8. "Juan is stronger than a bison; he can lift over two hundred kilos."

  9. "Ser un bisonte en una tienda de cristales"

  10. Used to describe someone acting clumsily in a delicate situation.
  11. "Él es un bisonte en una tienda de cristales, siempre causando problemas."
  12. "He is a bison in a china shop, always causing trouble."

Etymology

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.

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23-07-2024