avispa común
/abispa komun/from spelling rules
The English phrase "yellow jacket" is translated into Spanish as avispa común.
avispa común refers to the predatory wasp characterized by alternating black and yellow stripes around its abdomen.
Meaning: predatory wasp with alternating black and yellow stripes around the abdomen (noun)
Did you know?
- In some Spanish dialects, the word avispa can be used metaphorically to describe a person who is exceptionally quick-witted or 'sharp'.
- The Spanish word avispa shares a common ancestor with the Latin vespa, which is also the root for the famous Italian scooter brand.
- In some Latin American countries, the term avispa is used in slang to mean 'alert' or 'awake' to a potential scam.
Examples in context
- La chaqueta amarilla es parte del uniforme para los empleados de la compañía.The yellow jacket is part of the uniform for the company's employees.
- Esa avispa común es muy agresiva.That yellow jacket is very aggressive.
- Vi una avispa común en el jardín.I saw a yellow jacket in the garden.
- Ten cuidado con la avispa común.Be careful with the yellow jacket.
Example conversation
Lucía and Mateo are sitting on a patio during a picnic.
- Lucía¿Viste esa avispa común cerca de tu comida?Did you see that yellow jacket near your food?
- MateoSí, es muy grande y peligrosa.Yes, it is very large and dangerous.
- LucíaMejor vamos a entrar a la casa.Better if we go inside the house.
- MateoTienes razón, Lucía, vamos.You're right, Lucía, let's go.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
