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How to Say "critters" in Spanish

The Spanish word forcrittersis bichosA2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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bichos

nounA2
small animals
A collection of colorful insects like a ladybug, a beetle, and a butterfly on a green leaf.

Examples

Hay muchos bichos en el jardín durante el verano.

There are many bugs in the garden during the summer.

¡Cuidado! No pises esos bichos.

Watch out! Don't step on those critters.

Making it plural

To talk about more than one 'bicho', we just add an 's' at the end. It always stays masculine, even if the bugs are technically female.

Insecto vs. Bicho

Mistake:Using 'insecto' in a casual conversation at a picnic.

Correction: Use 'bicho' for a more natural, everyday feel. 'Insecto' sounds like you are in a science class.

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