Vicuña: meaning, definitions and examples
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vicuña
[ vɪˈkuːnjə ]
animal
A vicuña is a wild relative of the llama and alpaca, native to the Andes mountains. It is known for its fine and valuable wool, which is considered one of the most luxurious fibers in the world.
Synonyms
Andean animal, wild relative of llama
Examples of usage
- The vicuña is protected by law in Peru.
- Vicuña wool is highly prized for its softness and warmth.
Translations
Translations of the word "vicuña" in other languages:
🇵🇹 вікінья
🇮🇳 विकुना
🇩🇪 Vikunja
🇮🇩 vikunya
🇺🇦 вікуня
🇵🇱 wikunia
🇯🇵 ビクーニャ
🇫🇷 vigogne
🇪🇸 vicuña
🇹🇷 vikunya
🇰🇷 비쿠냐
🇸🇦 فيكونيا
🇨🇿 vikunja
🇸🇰 vikunja
🇨🇳 小羊驼
🇸🇮 vikunja
🇮🇸 víkúnja
🇰🇿 викуня
🇬🇪 ვიკუნია
🇦🇿 vikunya
🇲🇽 vicuña
Etymology
The word 'vicuña' comes from the Quechua language, spoken by indigenous peoples in the Andes region. Vicuñas have been important to Andean cultures for centuries, both for their wool and as symbols of the high mountains. Due to their high value, vicuñas have been threatened by poaching, leading to conservation efforts to protect these iconic animals.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #41,046, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.