How to Say "creepy-crawlies" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “creepy-crawlies” is “insectos” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Hay muchos insectos volando cerca de la luz.
There are many insects flying near the light.
Necesitas repelente si vas a un lugar con muchos insectos.
You need repellent if you go to a place with lots of bugs.
Los científicos estudian el comportamiento de los insectos sociales, como las hormigas.
Scientists study the behavior of social insects, like ants.
Masculine Plural
Since 'insectos' is the plural form of the masculine word 'insecto,' you must use the masculine plural word for 'the' (los) and any descriptive words (adjectives) must also agree, usually ending in -os (e.g., los pequeños insectos).
Gender Error
Mistake: “La insectos (Incorrect use of feminine 'la')”
Correction: Los insectos. Remember, the word is masculine even though the creatures themselves don't have a specific gender assigned in the word.
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