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"Insect" in Spanish: insecto
el insecto
An insect is el insecto (een-SEHK-toh). It is masculine. Plural is los insectos. Bees and ants are insectos.
How to pronounce insecto: audio and sound guideIn the garden
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How to pronounce insecto
Say it
een-SEHK-toh
/inˈsekto/
een-SEHK-toh. Stress SEHK. Soft c as k. Say insecto the Spanish way.
"Insect" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| el insecto | the insect Default. | Default. |
| los insectos | the insects Plural. | Plural. |
| un insecto | an insect Indefinite. | Indefinite. |
| el repelente de insectos | insect repellent Travel and camping. | Travel and camping. |
How to use insecto in real life
- 1In the garden
Hay un insecto en la hoja.
There is an insect on the leaf.
Un insecto.
- 2Camping
Traigo repelente de insectos.
I bring insect repellent.
Insectos plural.
- 3Science class
El insecto tiene seis patas.
The insect has six legs.
El insecto.
Mistakes English speakers make with insecto
Incorrect: La insecto es pequeño.
Correct: El insecto es pequeño.
Insecto is masculine: el insecto.
Incorrect: Vi una insecto.
Correct: Vi un insecto.
Use un with insecto.
Good to know
Good to knowGardens and campsites talk about insectos at dusk. Stores sell repelente de insectos. Use insecto as the broad label, then name the species.
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Camping checklist
ChatPal
¿Llevas repelente de insectos?
Are you bringing insect repellent?
You
Sí. No quiero ningún insecto cerca.
Yes. I don't want any insect nearby.
ChatPal
Bien. También cierro la tienda.
Good. I'll also close the tent.
You
Perfecto. Gracias.
Perfect. Thanks.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Insect" in Spanish
Is insecto masculine?
Yes: el insecto, los insectos.
How do you pronounce insecto?
een-SEHK-toh with stress on SEHK.
Insecto or bicho?
Insecto is clear; bicho is casual for a bug.
What is the plural?
Los insectos.
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