elephant

[US]/'elɪf(ə)nt/
[UK]/'ɛlɪfənt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. et stort pattedyr med en lang snude, stødtænder og store ører, almindeligvis forekommende i afrikanske og asiatiske regioner.
Word Forms
Pluralelephants

Phrases & Collocations

white elephant

hvid elefant

elephant seal

Elefantensæl

african elephant

afrikansk elefant

elephant trunk

elefanttrompe

Example Sentences

The elephant is the largest land animal on Earth.

Elefanten er det største landdyr på Jorden.

Elephants are known for their intelligence and strong memory.

Elefanter er kendt for deres intelligens og stærke hukommelse.

The elephant's trunk is a versatile tool used for various tasks.

Elefantens snabel er et alsidigt redskab, der bruges til forskellige opgaver.

Elephants have a strong sense of community and often travel in herds.

Elefanter har en stærk følelse af fællesskab og rejser ofte i flok.

Poaching remains a serious threat to the elephant population.

Ulovlig jagt er fortsat en alvorlig trussel mod elefantbestanden.

Elephants play a crucial role in maintaining the ecosystem of their habitats.

Elefanter spiller en afgørende rolle i at opretholde økosystemet i deres levesteder.

The ivory trade has led to a decline in elephant numbers in the wild.

Elfenbenhandlen har ført til et fald i antallet af elefanter i naturen.

Elephants are herbivores and primarily feed on leaves, grass, and fruits.

Elefanter er planteædere og lever primært af blade, græs og frugter.

In some cultures, the elephant is considered a symbol of wisdom and strength.

I nogle kulturer betragtes elefanten som et symbol på visdom og styrke.

Conservation efforts are being made to protect endangered elephant species.

Der gøres en indsats for at beskytte truede elefantarter.

Real-world Examples

The elephants are tame and kind.

Elefanterne er tamme og venlige.

Source: Recitation for Kings Volume 1 (All 100 Lessons)

For example, let's address the elephant in the room and discuss the redundancies.

For eksempel, lad os tage fat på elefanten i rummet og diskutere redundanser.

Source: Learn business English with Lucy.

No, no, no! I do not want an elephant inside a boa constrictor.

Nej, nej, nej! Jeg vil ikke have en elefant inde i en boa constrictor.

Source: The Little Prince

I can see two blue elephants and... four zebras.

Jeg kan se to blå elefanter og... fire zebraer.

Source: BlackCat (Beginner) Audiobook

First, we went to see the elephants.

Først tog vi for at se elefanterne.

Source: Beijing Normal University New Curriculum Reform Junior High School English Grade 7 Volume 2

Did you feel happy being an elephant?

Følte du dig glad ved at være en elefant?

Source: VOA Daily Standard April 2020 Collection

Number seven is " an elephant in the room" .

Nummer syv er " en elefant i rummet".

Source: Learn business English with Lucy.

We really need to feed the elephants less.

Vi skal virkelig fodre elefanterne mindre.

Source: Grammar Lecture Hall

Cross the bridge, and you'll see the elephants.

Gå over broen, og du vil se elefanterne.

Source: Yilin Edition Oxford Junior English (Grade 7, Volume 2)

Jane wants to ride on one of the elephants.

Jane vil gerne ride på en af elefanterne.

Source: Recitation for Kings Volume 1 (All 100 Lessons)

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