英文动物词汇及音标.doc

Elephant, pronounced as /'elɪfənt/, refers to a large mammal with a long trunk and tusks. Rat, denoted as /ræt/, is a small rodent known for its quick movements. Rabbit, pronounced /'ræbit/, signifies a small, furry mammal with long ears. Tiger, with the pronunciation /'taɪgə(r)/, is a powerful carnivorous feline. Dinosaur, pronounced /'daɪnəʊsɔː/, describes an extinct reptile from prehistoric times. Snake, pronounced /sneik/, is a legless, elongated reptile. Spider, with the pronunciation /'spaɪdə(r)/, is an arachnid with eight legs. Fish, pronounced /fɪʃ/, refers to aquatic animals with scales and fins. Monkey, pronounced /'mʌŋkɪ/, is an intelligent primate with a long tail. Hyena, pronounced /haɪ'ɪːnə/, is a carnivorous mammal known for its distinctive laugh. Lion, pronounced /'laɪən/, is a majestic large cat. Hawk, pronounced /hɔːk/, denotes a bird of prey known for its sharp vision. Sheep, pronounced /ʃɪːp/, is a domesticated ruminant with wool. Buffalo, pronounced /'bʌfələʊ/, refers to a large herbivorous mammal. Bee, pronounced /biː/, is an insect known for its role in pollination. Fly, pronounced /flaɪ/, is a common insect with wings. Worm, pronounced /wɜrm/ or /wɜːm/, refers to various types of elongated invertebrates. Mosquito, pronounced /mə'skɪːtəʊ/, is a small flying insect known for transmitting diseases.