elephant

noun

  • A big animal with a long trunk and large ears that lives in Africa and Asia.
  • Something very big or heavy.
  • A fun way to count slowly, like saying 'one elephant, two elephant' when playing games.
  • A type of hard, white material that comes from elephant tusks.
  • A large size of paper used for drawing or printing.


Sentences

  • Elephants are the largest land animals.
  • They use their trunks to pick up food.
  • Elephants live in families called herds.
  • Some elephants have big tusks made of ivory.
  • Elephants can be very gentle and kind.

Word Explanation:

  • An elephant is a large animal known for its long trunk, which it uses to grab food and drink water. They have big ears that help them stay cool and are very smart and friendly.

Word in hindi

हाथी

haathi

Other variations in hindi

  • हाथी का बच्चा haathi ka bachcha
  • हाथी haathi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'elephant' mean?

An elephant is a large animal with a long trunk, big ears, and thick legs. They are known for being very smart and gentle.

How do you pronounce 'elephant'?

You say 'elephant' like this: el-uh-fuhnt.

What is the origin of the word 'elephant'?

The word 'elephant' comes from the Greek word 'elephas', which means 'ivory' or 'elephant'.

What is the meaning of 'elephant' in Hindi?

The word 'elephant' in Hindi is 'हाथी' (Hāthī).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

Elephants are the largest land animals on Earth! They can weigh as much as 14,000 pounds.

Proverb

An elephant never forgets. This means that elephants have great memories and remember things for a long time.

Quote

"The elephant is a great and powerful creature." - Unknown

Mini blog:

The Gentle Giant of the Jungle

In the heart of the jungle, where the trees whisper secrets, lives a gentle giant – the elephant! With big floppy ears and a trunk that can reach the highest branches, elephants are the kindest creatures. They love to splash in water and play with their friends.

Did you know they can communicate with each other using low rumbles? Imagine a big family of elephants, all working together to find food and protect each other.

So, next time you see an elephant, remember they are not just big; they are also smart and caring! Let’s celebrate these amazing animals!