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bed bug

/ˈbɛd bʌɡ/

Übersetzung: Kleines parasitisches Insekt, das sich von menschlichem und tierischem Blut ernährt und meist in Bettwäsche und Möbeln vorkommt.

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B1formalcommonscientific/ˈbɛd bʌɡ/

A small, parasitic insect that feeds on the blood of humans and animals, typically infesting bedding and furniture.

  • 🇩🇪Kleines parasitisches Insekt, das sich von menschlichem und tierischem Blut ernährt und meist in Bettwäsche und Möbeln vorkommt.
  1. Small parasitic insect B1 formal

    A small, wingless insect that feeds on the blood of humans and animals, often found in bedding and furniture.

    • The hotel room was infested with bed bugs.
    • Bed bug bites can cause itchy red welts on the skin.
    • We had to call an exterminator to get rid of the bed bugs.

    🇩🇪Bettwanze

  2. Pest problem B1 informal

    A common household pest that is difficult to eliminate and causes discomfort.

    • They discovered bed bugs in the mattress after a few nights.
    • Travelers should check hotel rooms for signs of bed bugs.
    • Getting rid of bed bugs often requires professional treatment.

    🇩🇪Ungezieferproblem