abejas
/abexas/from spelling rules
The English phrase "bees" is abejas in Spanish.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some regions of Mexico, abejorros is used to refer specifically to bumblebees. In Spain, zánganos refers to male bees.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the word is abeja. As a feminine noun, abejas is used with feminine articles such as las.
How do you pronounce it?
/abexas/
Did you know?
- The word zángano for a male bee is commonly used as a slang term for a 'lazy person' or a 'drone' who lives off the work of others.
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, calling someone an abeja can be a compliment, implying they are industrious or a hard worker.
- The word colmena refers to the beehive, but it is also used metaphorically in Spanish to describe any place that is crowded and buzzing with activity.
Examples in context
- Las abejas hacen miel.Bees make honey.This sentence shows how abejas are used to make honey.Tatoeba #1281244 by marcelostockle, translation #32263 by CK
- ¿Qué comen las abejas?What do bees eat?This sentence is a question about what abejas eat.Tatoeba #1783111 by marcelostockle, translation #5165842 by Adelpa
- Cuidado con las abejas.Look out for bees.This sentence is a warning to watch out for abejas.Tatoeba #1048259 by Shishir, translation #32267 by CK
- Las abejas son unos insectos fascinantes.Bees are fascinating insects.
- Las abejas polinizan las flores y mantienen el equilibrio ecológico.Bees pollinate flowers and maintain the ecological balance.
- Las abejas son esenciales para la producción de miel.Bees are essential for honey production.
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Example conversation
Mateo and Lucía are sitting in a garden near a flowerbed.
- MateoMira esas abejas en las flores.Look at those bees on the flowers.
- LucíaSon muy bonitas, Mateo.They are very pretty, Mateo.
- MateoPero no las molestes.But do not disturb them.
- LucíaNo te preocupes, estoy tranquila.Don't worry, I am calm.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
