reptil

rep-TEEL/repˈtil/

“reptil” means “reptile” in Spanish (biological category of animals).

reptile

Also: creature

NounmA2

A green lizard with a long tail resting on a smooth rock.

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El cocodrilo es un reptil muy peligroso.

The crocodile is a very dangerous reptile.

Muchos reptiles viven en zonas tropicales y desérticas.

Many reptiles live in tropical and desert areas.

La piel de este reptil es escamosa y seca.

The skin of this reptile is scaly and dry.

Word Connections

Synonyms

saurio (saurian (lizard-like))

Antonyms

mamífero (mammal)

Common Collocations

reptil de sangre fría – cold-blooded reptile
especie de reptil – species of reptile

Vocabulary Collections

Animals

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Words that translate to "reptil" in Spanish:

creature→reptile→

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Quick Quiz: reptil

Question 1 of 3

Which of these is the correct plural form of 'reptil'?

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👥 Word Family▼

reptar(to crawl or creep) — Verb

reptiliano(reptilian) — Adjective

🎵 Rhymes▼

sutil barril perfil

📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin word 'reptilis', meaning 'creeping' or 'crawling'. It comes from the verb 'repere', which describes how these animals move close to the ground.

First recorded: 15th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: reptileFrench: reptile

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'reptil' masculine or feminine?

It is always masculine: 'el reptil'. Even if the specific animal is female, the category word remains masculine.

What animals are included in 'reptiles'?

It includes snakes (serpientes), lizards (lagartos), turtles (tortugas), and crocodiles (cocodrilos).

How do I pronounce the end of the word?

It sounds like 'teel'. Make sure the 'L' is clear and the stress is on that last part: rep-TEEL.