abejas
“abejas” means “bees” in Spanish (the flying insects).
bees
Also: honeybees
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Las abejas son muy importantes para el planeta.
A1Bees are very important for the planet.
Ten cuidado, hay muchas abejas en el jardín.
A2Be careful, there are many bees in the garden.
El apicultor revisa las colmenas para ver si las abejas están sanas.
B1The beekeeper checks the hives to see if the bees are healthy.
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Quick Quiz: abejas
Question 1 of 1
If you want to talk about just ONE bee, which word do you use?
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The word 'abeja' comes from the Latin word *apicula*, which was a diminutive (a smaller version) of the Latin word *apis*, meaning 'bee.'
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'abeja' and 'abejas'?
'Abeja' means 'one bee' (singular). 'Abejas' means 'two or more bees' (plural). It is a simple singular/plural difference.