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VocabJLPT N1

insect

Nounの-Adjective

Definitions

1. insect
2. bug
3. Insect

This noun is the general term for insects — the class of small animals with six legs, three body segments, and often wings, such as beetles, butterflies, and ants. It is the standard scientific and everyday word used when talking about bugs as a category.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Finally, please submit weekly reports on insect activity levels.

Sentence 2

On-site, we operate double doors to prevent insects from getting in.

Sentence 3

When the wind dies down, you really sense all the insects hiding in the grass.

Sentence 4

Ugh, that insect buzzing just completely broke my concentration!

Sentence 5

Even if it's just an insect, I don't like treating life carelessly.