hippopotamus

• Großes, überwiegend pflanzenfressendes Säugetier, das in Afrika südlich der Sahara lebt und für seine enorme Größe, dicke Haut und teilweise wasserbewohnende Lebensweise bekannt ist.

A large, mostly herbivorous mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa, known for its massive size, thick skin, and semi-aquatic habitat.

unregelmäßiger Plural

1. Large African mammalA2formal

   A large, mostly herbivorous mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa, known for its massive size, barrel-shaped body, and large mouth.

   Großes afrikanisches Säugetier

   • The hippopotamus spends most of its day in the water.
   • A hippopotamus can weigh up to 3,000 kilograms.
   • Tourists watched the hippopotamus emerge from the river.

   Synonymeriver horse

2. B1informal

   Despite its herbivorous diet, the hippopotamus is considered one of the most dangerous animals in Africa due to its aggressive behavior.

   Gefährliches Tier

   • Hippopotamuses are responsible for many human fatalities in Africa.
   • Never get between a hippopotamus and the water.
   • The guide warned us about the aggressive hippopotamus nearby.