Meaning of "weaverfish" in English

Weaverfish are a type of venomous fish found primarily in European coastal waters. They are notorious for their sharp, venomous spines located on their dorsal fins. Beachgoers may encounter these fish when wading in shallow waters, as they usually bury themselves in the sand. The sting of a weaverfish can be extremely painful and may cause swelling, numbness, or in rare cases, severe allergic reactions. These fish primarily feed on small invertebrates and fish, employing their camouflage ability for both hunting and protection.

Meaning of "weaverfish" in French

In French, "weaverfish" (called "vive" in French) are small, venomous fish commonly found along the Atlantic coastline and in the Mediterranean Sea. They are known for their potentially dangerous spines, which can cause painful stings to unsuspecting swimmers or fisherfolk who accidentally step on or touch them. These fish are often hidden in sandy or muddy seabeds, making them difficult to spot. The venom from a weaverfish can cause severe pain, swelling, and other symptoms that sometimes require medical attention.

Pronunciation of "weaverfish" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈwiːvərˌfɪʃ/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation generally remains consistent across different English-speaking regions, but the accent may alter slightly, especially between American and British English.

Pronunciation of "weaverfish" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /viːv/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, pronunciation is quite consistent, but variations in accent might occur between different regions of France or other French-speaking areas.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. I was stung by a weaverfish while swimming. (J'ai été piqué par une vive en nageant.)
  2. Weaverfish are often found in shallow waters. (Les vives se trouvent souvent dans les eaux peu profondes.)
  3. The sting of a weaverfish can be very painful. (La piqûre d'une vive peut être très douloureuse.)
  4. Fishermen warn about the dangers of weaverfish. (Les pêcheurs avertissent des dangers des vives.)
  5. She stepped on a weaverfish at the beach. (Elle a marché sur une vive à la plage.)
  6. It's important to watch out for weaverfish in this area. (Il est important de faire attention aux vives dans cette région.)
  7. The lifeguard treated a weaverfish sting today. (Le sauveteur a soigné une piqûre de vive aujourd'hui.)
  8. Weaverfish bury themselves in the sand. (Les vives s'enterrent dans le sable.)
  9. I never realized weaverfish were so common here. (Je ne savais pas que les vives étaient si courantes ici.)
  10. The weaverfish uses its venom for defense. (La vive utilise son venin pour se défendre.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "weaverfish" in English

Synonyms: -.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: fish, venomous fish, sea life, marine creature, aquatic animal, spiny fish, toxic fish, stingray, jellyfish, lionfish.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "weaverfish" in French

Synonyms: vive, vive commune.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: poisson, poisson venimeux, créature marine, animal aquatique, poisson à épines, poisson toxique, raie, méduse, rascasse.

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