elephant

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

Translation

n. 象, 大象
Word Forms
复数elephants

Phrases & Collocations

white elephant

白象,灰色象(在印度、东南亚被视为神圣之物);无价值的东西

elephant seal

n. 象海豹;海象

african elephant

非洲象

elephant trunk

象鼻管;溜管

Example Sentences

The elephant is the largest land animal on Earth.

大象是地球上最大的陆地动物。

Elephants are known for their intelligence and strong memory.

大象以其智慧和强大的记忆力而闻名。

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

大象的鼻子是一种多功能工具,用于各种任务。

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

大象具有强烈的社群意识,通常成群结队地旅行。

Poaching remains a serious threat to the elephant population.

偷猎仍然对大象种群构成严重威胁。

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

大象在维护其栖息地生态系统方面发挥着至关重要的作用。

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

象牙贸易导致野生大象数量减少。

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

大象是草食动物,主要以树叶、草和水果为食。

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

在某些文化中,大象被视为智慧和力量的象征。

Conservation efforts are being made to protect endangered elephant species.

正在进行保护工作,以保护濒危的大象物种。

Real-world Examples

The elephants are tame and kind.

象很温顺,很友好。

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

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

比如,我们来处理棘手的问题吧,讨论裁员。

Source: Learn business English with Lucy.

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

不,不!我不要蟒蛇,它肚子里还有一头象。

Source: The Little Prince

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

我看见了2只蓝色的大象和...4只斑马。

Source: BlackCat (Beginner) Audiobook

First, we went to see the elephants.

我们先去看大象。

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

Did you feel happy being an elephant?

当大象你开心吗?

Source: VOA Daily Standard April 2020 Collection

Number seven is " an elephant in the room" .

第七个是“房间里的大象”。

Source: Learn business English with Lucy.

We really need to feed the elephants less.

我们真的要给大象少喂点了。

Source: Grammar Lecture Hall

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

过桥,你们会看到大象。

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

Jane wants to ride on one of the elephants.

简想骑在其中一头象的身上。

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

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