monkey
Aussprache: [ˈmʌŋki]
Wort
Kontext: „animals“
(noun) a monkey is a type of animal that is typically small, has a long tail, and is very playful. Monkeys live in trees and are known for their intelligence and ability to swing from branches.
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The monkey swung from branch to branch, making all the kids laugh.
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The zoo didn't have any monkeys today, so the children were disappointed.
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What do monkeys eat in the wild?
Kontext: „informal usage“
(noun) monkey can also mean a silly or playful person. When someone is acting fun or goofy, you might call them a monkey.
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She was being such a monkey at the party, making everyone smile.
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He never acts like a monkey during serious discussions.
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Why is he being a monkey right now?
Kontext: „playful behavior“
(verb) to monkey around means to play or joke around in a silly way. It's when you are having fun and not being serious.
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The kids started to monkey around during recess.
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She never monkeys around when it's time to do homework.
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Are they going to monkey around all day?
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