cocodrilo
§ What does 'cocodrilo' mean?
The Spanish word "cocodrilo" directly translates to "crocodile" in English. It refers to a large, predatory reptile that lives in tropical regions around the world. These animals are known for their powerful jaws, sharp teeth, and long, scaly bodies. They are often found in rivers, lakes, and swamps.
In everyday Spanish conversation, when someone says "cocodrilo," they are almost always referring to the animal itself. It's a straightforward term, much like saying "dog" or "cat." You'll hear it in contexts related to nature, zoos, documentaries, or when discussing wildlife in general.
- DEFINITION
- A large, semi-aquatic reptile with powerful jaws and a long body.
El cocodrilo tiene dientes muy afilados. (The crocodile has very sharp teeth.)
Vimos un cocodrilo en el río. (We saw a crocodile in the river.)
§ When do people use 'cocodrilo'?
People use "cocodrilo" most commonly when speaking about the animal. For example, if you're watching a nature documentary in Spanish, you'll frequently hear this word. If you visit a zoo in a Spanish-speaking country and see a crocodile exhibit, the sign will say "cocodrilo." It's also a common animal in children's books and stories.
Beyond its literal meaning, "cocodrilo" can sometimes be used metaphorically, although this is less common than its direct animal reference. For instance, in some idioms or expressions, it might refer to someone who is cunning or dangerous, similar to how "shark" or "snake" might be used in English. However, for everyday B1 level Spanish, focusing on its literal meaning is the most practical approach.
§ Examples of 'cocodrilo' in sentences
Let's look at a few more examples to help you understand how "cocodrilo" is used in different sentences:
El zoológico tiene un cocodrilo muy grande. (The zoo has a very big crocodile.)
Ten cuidado, hay cocodrilos en ese lago. (Be careful, there are crocodiles in that lake.)
El cazador vio un cocodrilo durmiendo bajo el sol. (The hunter saw a crocodile sleeping in the sun.)
Los cocodrilos son reptiles fascinantes. (Crocodiles are fascinating reptiles.)
As you can see, "cocodrilo" is a straightforward word. Its usage is generally literal, making it a relatively easy vocabulary item to master for B1 Spanish learners. Just remember its gender and you're good to go!
§ Basic Sentence Structure
Let's start with the basics. 'Cocodrilo' is a masculine noun. This means it will take masculine articles like 'el' (the) or 'un' (a/an).
- DEFINITION
- A large, semi-aquatic reptile with powerful jaws and a long body.
El cocodrilo nada en el río.
Translation hint: The crocodile swims in the river.
Vimos un cocodrilo enorme.
Translation hint: We saw an enormous crocodile.
§ 'Cocodrilo' with Verbs
You can use 'cocodrilo' as the subject or object of a sentence, just like any other noun. Here are some common verbs you might use with it:
- Nadar (to swim)
- Comer (to eat)
- Atacar (to attack)
- Ver (to see)
- Tener (to have)
El cocodrilo come pescado.
Translation hint: The crocodile eats fish.
Un cocodrilo puede atacar rápidamente.
Translation hint: A crocodile can attack quickly.
§ Using 'Cocodrilo' with Prepositions
Prepositions are essential for adding detail to your sentences. Here are some common prepositions you might use with 'cocodrilo' and how they function.
- En (in, on, at): To indicate location.
- Cerca de (near): To indicate proximity.
- Con (with): To indicate accompaniment or possession of a feature.
- De (of, from): To show possession or origin.
Hay muchos cocodrilos en el pantano.
Translation hint: There are many crocodiles in the swamp.
El cocodrilo estaba cerca de la orilla.
Translation hint: The crocodile was near the bank.
Un cocodrilo con dientes afilados.
Translation hint: A crocodile with sharp teeth.
§ Plural Form: Cocodrilos
To talk about more than one crocodile, simply add '-s' to the end of the word.
Los cocodrilos son animales peligrosos.
Translation hint: Crocodiles are dangerous animals.
§ Common Phrases and Contexts
While 'cocodrilo' is pretty straightforward, it's good to know some typical scenarios where you might encounter it.
- Documentales de naturaleza: (Nature documentaries) - 'Un documental sobre cocodrilos.' (A documentary about crocodiles.)
- Historias de aventuras: (Adventure stories) - 'El héroe escapó del cocodrilo.' (The hero escaped from the crocodile.)
- Conversaciones sobre animales: (Conversations about animals) - 'Mi animal favorito es el cocodrilo.' (My favorite animal is the crocodile.)
Nunca nades donde hay cocodrilos.
Translation hint: Never swim where there are crocodiles.
By practicing these sentence structures and contexts, you'll feel more confident using 'cocodrilo' in your Spanish conversations.
§ Don't Confuse 'Cocodrilo' with Alligators or Caymans
Many English speakers, when learning Spanish, often use 'cocodrilo' as a catch-all term for all crocodilians. While understandable, this isn't entirely accurate in Spanish. Just like in English, there are distinct words for different types of these reptiles. 'Cocodrilo' specifically refers to a crocodile. If you mean an alligator, the correct word is 'caimán' or sometimes 'aligátor', though 'caimán' is much more common. For caymans (which are a type of alligator), you'd also use 'caimán'.
§ Gender Agreement with 'Cocodrilo'
'Cocodrilo' is a masculine noun in Spanish. This means any adjectives or articles you use with it must also be masculine. A common mistake is to try and make it feminine, perhaps because of its 'o' ending, but in Spanish, many nouns ending in 'o' are masculine, and 'cocodrilo' is one of them. Always use 'el cocodrilo' or 'un cocodrilo', and if you're describing it, use masculine adjectives like 'grande' (big) or 'peligroso' (dangerous).
- Correct
- El cocodrilo verde.
- Incorrect
- La cocodrila verde.
§ Pluralizing 'Cocodrilo'
To make 'cocodrilo' plural, you simply add '-s' to the end, making it 'cocodrilos'. This follows the standard rule for pluralizing nouns in Spanish that end in a vowel. Avoid overthinking it or trying to make more complex changes. It's straightforward: one 'cocodrilo', many 'cocodrilos'.
Vimos dos cocodrilos en el río. (We saw two crocodiles in the river.)
§ Contextual Use and Common Expressions
While 'cocodrilo' is pretty direct, be aware of a few related expressions. You might hear 'lágrimas de cocodrilo' (crocodile tears), which means insincere tears, just like in English. This is a common idiom, and knowing it will help you understand native speakers better.
- Idiom
- Llorar lágrimas de cocodrilo.
No creas sus lágrimas de cocodrilo; no está realmente triste. (Don't believe his crocodile tears; he's not really sad.)
Also, remember that in some regions, 'lagarto' might be used more broadly for reptiles, but 'cocodrilo' specifically refers to the animal in question. Stick to 'cocodrilo' when you want to be precise.
- Use 'cocodrilo' for crocodiles.
- Use 'caimán' for alligators/caymans.
- 'Cocodrilo' is masculine: 'el cocodrilo'.
- Plural is 'cocodrilos'.
- 'Lágrimas de cocodrilo' means insincere tears.
How Formal Is It?
"El espécimen de cocodrilo exhibido en el museo era imponente."
"Hay un cocodrilo en el río."
"¡Mira ese cocodrilo tan grande!"
"El cocodrilo tiene dientes grandes."
"Ese tipo es un lagarto, siempre buscando problemas. (This guy is a lizard, always looking for trouble.)"
حقيقة ممتعة
The word has been around for a very long time, tracing back to ancient Greek descriptions of these creatures.
أمثلة حسب المستوى
Mira el cocodrilo grande en el río.
Look at the big crocodile in the river.
El cocodrilo tiene dientes grandes.
The crocodile has big teeth.
Me gusta dibujar un cocodrilo.
I like to draw a crocodile.
Un cocodrilo puede nadar muy bien.
A crocodile can swim very well.
Vi un cocodrilo en la televisión.
I saw a crocodile on television.
El cocodrilo es verde.
The crocodile is green.
Mi juguete es un cocodrilo pequeño.
My toy is a small crocodile.
Hay un cocodrilo en el zoológico.
There is a crocodile at the zoo.
El cocodrilo vive en el río.
The crocodile lives in the river.
Simple present tense verb 'vivir' (to live).
Vi un cocodrilo grande en el zoológico.
I saw a big crocodile at the zoo.
Past tense verb 'ver' (to see); adjective 'grande' (big) comes after the noun.
Los cocodrilos son animales peligrosos.
Crocodiles are dangerous animals.
Plural noun 'cocodrilos'; adjective 'peligrosos' (dangerous) agrees in number with the noun.
Tiene dientes fuertes, el cocodrilo.
It has strong teeth, the crocodile.
Possessive verb 'tener' (to have); adjective 'fuertes' (strong) agrees in number with 'dientes'.
El bebé cocodrilo es muy pequeño.
The baby crocodile is very small.
Adjective 'pequeño' (small) agrees in gender and number with 'bebé cocodrilo'.
Un cocodrilo puede nadar rápido.
A crocodile can swim fast.
Modal verb 'poder' (can) followed by an infinitive 'nadar' (to swim).
No quiero estar cerca de un cocodrilo.
I don't want to be near a crocodile.
Negative statement; 'estar cerca de' (to be near).
El cocodrilo come carne.
The crocodile eats meat.
Simple present tense verb 'comer' (to eat); 'carne' (meat) is a feminine noun.
تلازمات شائعة
العبارات الشائعة
El cocodrilo se esconde en el agua.
The crocodile hides in the water.
Vimos un cocodrilo enorme en el zoológico.
We saw a huge crocodile at the zoo.
Ten cuidado, hay cocodrilos en este lago.
Be careful, there are crocodiles in this lake.
La piel del cocodrilo es muy dura.
The crocodile's skin is very hard.
Los cocodrilos son reptiles peligrosos.
Crocodiles are dangerous reptiles.
El cocodrilo abrió sus mandíbulas.
The crocodile opened its jaws.
Me da miedo nadar donde hay cocodrilos.
I'm afraid to swim where there are crocodiles.
El cocodrilo se mueve lentamente en la orilla.
The crocodile moves slowly on the bank.
Algunas personas comen carne de cocodrilo.
Some people eat crocodile meat.
El cocodrilo puede estar bajo el agua por mucho tiempo.
The crocodile can be underwater for a long time.
أنماط نحوية
أنماط الجُمل
El [sustantivo] es [adjetivo].
El cocodrilo es peligroso. (The crocodile is dangerous.)
Hay un [sustantivo] en [lugar].
Hay un cocodrilo en el agua. (There is a crocodile in the water.)
Los [sustantivos] viven en [lugar].
Los cocodrilos viven en ríos. (Crocodiles live in rivers.)
[Verbo] un [sustantivo] [adverbio].
Nadé cerca de un cocodrilo. (I swam near a crocodile.)
Me gustaría ver un [sustantivo] en su hábitat natural.
Me gustaría ver un cocodrilo en su hábitat natural. (I would like to see a crocodile in its natural habitat.)
Es importante tener cuidado con los [sustantivos] cuando estás en [lugar].
Es importante tener cuidado con los cocodrilos cuando estás en el pantano. (It's important to be careful with crocodiles when you are in the swamp.)
Se dice que los [sustantivos] son animales muy antiguos.
Se dice que los cocodrilos son animales muy antiguos. (It is said that crocodiles are very old animals.)
La piel de un [sustantivo] es muy resistente.
La piel de un cocodrilo es muy resistente. (A crocodile's skin is very resistant.)
عائلة الكلمة
الأسماء
الصفات
كيفية الاستخدام
Usage:
In Spanish, 'cocodrilo' refers to a crocodile. It's a masculine noun, so you'll use 'el cocodrilo' for 'the crocodile' and 'los cocodrilos' for 'the crocodiles'.
Context:
You'll often hear 'cocodrilo' in discussions about animals, nature documentaries, or when talking about zoos. It's a fairly common animal name.
Example Sentences:
1. El cocodrilo nada en el río. (The crocodile swims in the river.)
2. Vimos un cocodrilo grande en la televisión. (We saw a big crocodile on television.)
3. Los cocodrilos tienen dientes muy afilados. (The crocodiles have very sharp teeth.)
1. Confusing 'cocodrilo' with 'caimán':
While both are crocodilians, 'caimán' (alligator/caiman) is a distinct species. In some regions, 'caimán' might be used more broadly, but it's good to know the specific term for 'crocodile'.
2. Incorrect gender:
Remember 'cocodrilo' is masculine. Do not say 'la cocodrilo'. Always use 'el cocodrilo' or 'los cocodrilos'.
3. Pronunciation:
Pay attention to the 'c' sounds (like 'k' in 'cat') and the 'o' sounds (like 'o' in 'go'). The 'dr' sound is a blend similar to English but slightly more rolled if you're aiming for a native accent.
نصائح
Masculine Noun
Remember that 'cocodrilo' is a masculine noun. This means you'll use 'el cocodrilo' (the crocodile) and 'un cocodrilo' (a crocodile).
Plural Form
To make 'cocodrilo' plural, you simply add '-s'. So, 'los cocodrilos' means 'the crocodiles' and 'unos cocodrilos' means 'some crocodiles'.
Common Usage
You'll most often hear 'cocodrilo' in contexts related to animals, zoos, or nature documentaries. Think about where you'd talk about a crocodile in English.
Pronunciation Practice
Pay attention to the 'o' sounds. They are typically short and clear in Spanish, unlike some English 'o' sounds. Practice saying 'co-co-dri-lo' (ko-ko-DREE-lo) clearly. The 'dr' sound is a common point of confusion for English speakers, so practice it slowly.
Associated Vocabulary
Think of words that go with 'cocodrilo': 'río' (river), 'pantano' (swamp), 'grande' (big), 'peligroso' (dangerous), 'reptil' (reptile).
Picture Association
When you hear or read 'cocodrilo', immediately picture a crocodile in your mind. This visual association helps with recall.
Sentence Example
Try to form a simple sentence: 'El cocodrilo es un animal grande.' (The crocodile is a big animal.)
Don't confuse with 'caimán'
While similar, 'cocodrilo' and 'caimán' (caiman/alligator) are different. 'Cocodrilo' refers to crocodiles, which tend to have a more V-shaped snout and are found in different regions than caimans/alligators.
Regional Differences
In some Spanish-speaking regions, 'caimán' might be used more broadly to refer to alligator-like creatures. However, 'cocodrilo' is universally understood as a crocodile.
Figurative Use (Less Common)
While not common, sometimes 'lágrimas de cocodrilo' (crocodile tears) is used to describe insincere sadness. This is a good phrase to recognize for B2+ learners.
أصل الكلمة
From Latin 'crocodilus', which itself came from Greek 'krokodilos'.
المعنى الأصلي: Lizard or reptile.
Indo-European (via Latin and Greek).السياق الثقافي
In many Spanish-speaking regions, particularly those with tropical climates like parts of Central and South America, 'cocodrilo' are a real part of the ecosystem. They often appear in local folklore, stories, and even as mascots for sports teams or regional symbols. Be aware of signage near rivers or lakes warning about their presence.
اختبر نفسك 60 أسئلة
Un animal grande que vive en el agua y tiene dientes grandes es un ______.
The sentence describes a large animal that lives in water and has big teeth, which is a crocodile.
El ______ es un reptil peligroso.
A crocodile is a dangerous reptile.
Vi un ______ en el río.
The sentence indicates seeing a 'cocodrilo' (crocodile) in the river.
El ______ tiene la piel verde y dura.
Crocodiles are known for their green, tough skin.
Aquel ______ está tomando el sol.
It's common for crocodiles to bask in the sun.
No quiero nadar donde hay un ______.
One would not want to swim where there is a crocodile.
Write a simple sentence saying that you see a crocodile.
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Sample answer
Yo veo un cocodrilo.
Write a short sentence about where a crocodile lives. (Hint: 'in the water')
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Sample answer
El cocodrilo vive en el agua.
Write a sentence saying 'The crocodile is big.'
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Sample answer
El cocodrilo es grande.
¿Qué animal ve María en el agua?
Read this passage:
María va al zoológico. Ella ve muchos animales. Ella ve un animal verde y grande. Este animal vive en el agua y tiene una boca grande. Es un cocodrilo.
¿Qué animal ve María en el agua?
The passage says 'Es un cocodrilo' which means 'It is a crocodile'.
The passage says 'Es un cocodrilo' which means 'It is a crocodile'.
¿De qué trata el libro de Juan?
Read this passage:
Mi amigo Juan tiene un libro sobre animales. En una página hay una foto de un cocodrilo. Dice que el cocodrilo es un animal peligroso.
¿De qué trata el libro de Juan?
The passage states 'Mi amigo Juan tiene un libro sobre animales' (My friend Juan has a book about animals).
The passage states 'Mi amigo Juan tiene un libro sobre animales' (My friend Juan has a book about animals).
¿Dónde nada el cocodrilo en el documental?
Read this passage:
En la televisión, veo un documental. Hay muchos animales de la selva. Veo un cocodrilo que nada en el río. Es muy rápido.
¿Dónde nada el cocodrilo en el documental?
The passage says 'Veo un cocodrilo que nada en el río' (I see a crocodile swimming in the river).
The passage says 'Veo un cocodrilo que nada en el río' (I see a crocodile swimming in the river).
El _______ vive en el río. (The _______ lives in the river.)
The sentence is about an animal that lives in the river, and 'cocodrilo' (crocodile) fits this description.
Un _______ tiene dientes grandes. (A _______ has big teeth.)
Crocodiles are known for their big teeth, so 'cocodrilo' is the correct answer.
Vi un _______ grande en el zoológico. (I saw a big _______ at the zoo.)
A crocodile is a large animal often seen in zoos, making 'cocodrilo' the best fit.
El _______ es un animal peligroso. (The _______ is a dangerous animal.)
Crocodiles are known for being dangerous animals, so 'cocodrilo' is the correct choice.
Tiene piel de _______ en su bolso. (She has _______ skin on her bag.)
Crocodile skin is sometimes used for fashion items like bags, so 'cocodrilo' makes sense here.
El _______ nada muy rápido. (The _______ swims very fast.)
Crocodiles are excellent and fast swimmers, making 'cocodrilo' the correct animal for this sentence.
Write a short sentence describing an animal you might see in a jungle, using the word "cocodrilo."
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Sample answer
El cocodrilo vive en la selva.
Imagine you are at a zoo. Write a sentence about a dangerous animal, including the word "cocodrilo."
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Sample answer
El cocodrilo es un animal muy peligroso en el zoológico.
Describe a place where a "cocodrilo" might live. Write one sentence.
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Sample answer
El cocodrilo nada en el agua del río.
¿Qué tipo de animal vio la persona en el zoológico?
Read this passage:
En el zoológico, vi un animal grande. Tenía la piel verde y dientes grandes. Nadaba muy bien en el agua. Era un cocodrilo.
¿Qué tipo de animal vio la persona en el zoológico?
The passage describes an animal with green skin, big teeth, and that swims well, confirming it is a cocodrilo.
The passage describes an animal with green skin, big teeth, and that swims well, confirming it is a cocodrilo.
¿Dónde vio la persona el cocodrilo?
Read this passage:
Ayer fui al río. Cerca de la orilla, escuché un ruido. Miré y vi la cabeza de un cocodrilo en el agua. ¡Fue un poco de miedo!
¿Dónde vio la persona el cocodrilo?
The passage states, 'vi la cabeza de un cocodrilo en el agua' and earlier mentions 'fui al río', indicating the cocodrilo was seen in the river.
The passage states, 'vi la cabeza de un cocodrilo en el agua' and earlier mentions 'fui al río', indicating the cocodrilo was seen in the river.
¿Qué tipo de animal son los cocodrilos?
Read this passage:
Los cocodrilos son reptiles grandes. Viven en lugares cálidos con mucha agua. Son conocidos por sus bocas fuertes.
¿Qué tipo de animal son los cocodrilos?
The first sentence directly states, 'Los cocodrilos son reptiles grandes.'
The first sentence directly states, 'Los cocodrilos son reptiles grandes.'
Which animal is known for its powerful jaws and lives near water?
A 'cocodrilo' is a large reptile with powerful jaws that lives in or near water, matching the description.
If you see a large, green, scaly animal basking in the sun near a river, what could it be?
Cocodrilos are large, green, scaly reptiles that often bask in the sun near rivers.
Which of these animals is NOT typically found in a tropical river habitat?
Zebras live in savannas, not tropical river habitats. Cocodrilos, hipopótamos, and even some types of delfines can be found in or near tropical rivers.
Un cocodrilo es un tipo de pez. (A crocodile is a type of fish.)
A 'cocodrilo' is a reptile, not a fish.
Los cocodrilos son animales semi-acuáticos. (Crocodiles are semi-aquatic animals.)
Cocodrilos spend significant time both in water and on land, making them semi-aquatic.
Un cocodrilo tiene alas y puede volar. (A crocodile has wings and can fly.)
Cocodrilos do not have wings and cannot fly. They are reptiles that live on land and in water.
This sentence describes where a crocodile lives. 'El' is the definite article, 'cocodrilo' is the subject, 'vive' is the verb, and 'en ríos' indicates the location.
This sentence describes a physical characteristic of the crocodile. 'Tiene' is the verb 'to have', and 'dientes muy grandes' describes its teeth.
This sentence classifies the crocodile. 'Es' is the verb 'to be', and 'un animal salvaje' describes its nature.
Listen for how the crocodile moves.
Focus on what kind of hunters crocodiles are.
Where do tourists go to see crocodiles?
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El cocodrilo tiene una piel muy dura y escamosa.
Focus: cocodrilo, escamosa
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¿Alguna vez has visto un cocodrilo en la vida real o solo en documentales?
Focus: visto, documentales
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Es importante mantener una distancia segura de los cocodrilos en su entorno.
Focus: distancia, entorno
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The crocodile glides silently through the water, stalking its prey.
Crocodiles are apex predators in their ecosystem, maintaining natural balance.
It is said that the size and strength of the crocodile are unparalleled among living reptiles.
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La ferocidad del cocodrilo es legendaria en los documentales de naturaleza.
Focus: ferocidad, legendaria
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Observar un cocodrilo en su hábitat natural es una experiencia sobrecogedora y única.
Focus: observar, sobrecogedora
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El cocodrilo camufla su presencia magistralmente entre la vegetación ribereña.
Focus: camufla, magistralmente, ribereña
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This sentence describes a characteristic of crocodile skin. 'La piel' (The skin), 'del cocodrilo' (of the crocodile), 'es muy dura' (is very hard).
This sentence describes a crocodile attacking its prey. 'El cocodrilo' (The crocodile), 'atacó rápidamente' (attacked quickly), 'a su presa' (its prey).
This sentence states where crocodiles typically live. 'Los cocodrilos' (The crocodiles), 'suelen vivir' (tend to live), 'en ríos y lagos' (in rivers and lakes).
The ethologist studied the crocodile's territorial behavior.
Despite its prehistoric appearance, the crocodile is an adaptable predator.
Ancient mythologies revered the crocodile as a symbol of power.
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La intrincada jerarquía social dentro de una población de cocodrilos a menudo se rige por el tamaño y la edad de los individuos, con los ejemplares más grandes dominando los mejores territorios de caza.
Focus: intrincada jerarquía, población, ejemplares, dominando
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El impacto ambiental de la disminución de las poblaciones de cocodrilos en ciertos humedales ha generado una preocupación considerable entre los conservacionistas, quienes advierten sobre un posible desequilibrio ecosistémico.
Focus: impacto ambiental, disminución, considerable, conservacionistas, desequilibrio
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Es fundamental desmitificar las percepciones erróneas sobre la ferocidad indiscriminada del cocodrilo, ya que su comportamiento suele ser más calculador y oportunista que puramente agresivo.
Focus: fundamental, desmitificar, percepciones erróneas, ferocidad indiscriminada, calculador, oportunista
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Masculine Noun
Remember that 'cocodrilo' is a masculine noun. This means you'll use 'el cocodrilo' (the crocodile) and 'un cocodrilo' (a crocodile).
Plural Form
To make 'cocodrilo' plural, you simply add '-s'. So, 'los cocodrilos' means 'the crocodiles' and 'unos cocodrilos' means 'some crocodiles'.
Common Usage
You'll most often hear 'cocodrilo' in contexts related to animals, zoos, or nature documentaries. Think about where you'd talk about a crocodile in English.
Pronunciation Practice
Pay attention to the 'o' sounds. They are typically short and clear in Spanish, unlike some English 'o' sounds. Practice saying 'co-co-dri-lo' (ko-ko-DREE-lo) clearly. The 'dr' sound is a common point of confusion for English speakers, so practice it slowly.
مثال
El cocodrilo se deslizaba silenciosamente por el agua.
محتوى ذو صلة
مزيد من كلمات nature
a través
B1Moving from one side to the other of (an area, object, or structure).
abeja
A1Bee; a stinging winged insect that produces honey.
abismo
B1A deep or seemingly bottomless chasm.
abundantemente
B2In large quantities; plentifully.
acampar
B1To set up a camp; to stay in a tent or camp.
acaso
B1Perhaps; maybe.
acequia
B1An irrigation ditch or channel, especially in arid regions.
acuático
B1Relating to water; living in or near water.
adaptación
B1The process of adjusting to new conditions.
adaptarse
B1To adjust to new conditions.
