Impala: meaning, definitions and examples
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impala
[ ษชmหpษหlษ ]
animal species
The impala is a medium-sized antelope found in eastern and southern Africa. It is known for its graceful leaps and is a common sight on the savannahs. Impalas are social animals that live in herds and are highly adaptable, thriving in various habitats. They have a distinct reddish-brown coat with white markings on their face, belly, and legs. These herbivores primarily feed on grass and leaves, making them an important part of the ecosystem.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The impala bounded gracefully across the open field.
- We spotted a herd of impalas during our safari.
- Impala are known for their incredible agility.
Translations
Translations of the word "impala" in other languages:
๐ต๐น impala
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเคชเคพเคฒเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Impala
๐ฎ๐ฉ impala
๐บ๐ฆ ัะผะฟะฐะปะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ impala
๐ฏ๐ต ใคใณใใฉ
๐ซ๐ท impala
๐ช๐ธ impala
๐น๐ท impala
๐ฐ๐ท ์ํ๋ผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฅู ุจุงูุง
๐จ๐ฟ impala
๐ธ๐ฐ impala
๐จ๐ณ ๅฐๅบฆ็พ็พ
๐ธ๐ฎ impala
๐ฎ๐ธ impala
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะธะผะฟะฐะปะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ impala
๐ฒ๐ฝ impala
Etymology
The word 'impala' comes from the Zulu and Xhosa word 'impala,' which is a term used to describe this species of antelope. It was first adopted into English in the late 19th century as European explorers and naturalists began to document Africa's diverse wildlife. Impalas belong to the Bovidae family, which includes various antelope species. The genus of the impala, Aepyceros, was established in the 19th century by taxonomists who recognized the unique characteristics of this animal. Impalas play a significant role in their ecosystems, serving as prey for large predators and contributing to the natural balance in their habitats.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #36,743, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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