reptile

adjective

  • Moving on the ground like a snake or lizard.
  • Not nice or friendly; acting in a sneaky way.

noun

  • A type of animal that is cold-blooded and has scales, like snakes and lizards.
  • A person who behaves in a sneaky or untrustworthy way.


Synonym

  • crawling
  • creeping

Sentences

  • Reptiles are cold-blooded animals.
  • Many reptiles lay eggs on land.
  • Crocodiles are big reptiles that live in rivers.
  • Geckos are small reptiles that can climb walls.
  • Some reptiles can change color to blend in.

Word Explanation:

  • Reptiles are animals like snakes, lizards, and turtles. They have scaly skin and usually lay eggs. They are cold-blooded, which means they need warmth from the sun.

Word in hindi

रेप्टाइल (Reptile)

reptile

Other variations in hindi

  • साँप (Saanp) saanp
  • छिपकली (Chhipkali) chhipkali

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'reptile' mean?

A reptile is a type of animal that has dry skin and usually lays eggs. Examples of reptiles include snakes, lizards, and turtles.

How do you pronounce 'reptile'?

You pronounce 'reptile' like this: rep-tile.

What is the origin of the word 'reptile'?

The word 'reptile' comes from the Latin word 'reptilis', which means 'creeping' or 'crawling'.

What is the meaning of 'reptile' in Hindi?

The word 'reptile' in Hindi is 'सरीसृप' (Sarisṛp).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

Reptiles are cold-blooded animals, which means they need the sun to warm up!

Proverb

Slow and steady wins the race. (This means that being patient and consistent can lead to success, just like a tortoise!)

Quote

"The snake that cannot shed its skin perishes." - Friedrich Nietzsche

Mini blog:

Amazing Reptiles!

Have you ever seen a reptile? They are amazing creatures! Reptiles like snakes, lizards, and turtles have scaly skin and are cold-blooded, which means they love to bask in the sun.

Some reptiles can even change colors! Imagine a chameleon turning bright green to blend in with the leaves. Isn’t that cool? Reptiles lay eggs, and some even take care of their babies.

Next time you’re outside, keep your eyes peeled for these fascinating friends. Who knows, you might spot a sneaky snake or a sunbathing turtle! Remember, reptiles are part of our wonderful world!