hippopotamus

• Mamífero grande, principalmente herbívoro, nativo de África subsahariana, conocido por su enorme tamaño, piel gruesa y estilo de vida semiacuático.

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

plural irregular

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.

   Hipopótamo común

   • 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.

   Sinónimosriver horse

2. B1informal

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

   Hipopótamo como animal peligroso

   • 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.