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/ɡaˈʎina/ ES
/ɡaˈʝina/ MX
Translation
hen
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Word origin
From Latin gallina ('hen'), the feminine of gallus ('cockerel'). The root gallus also gives English 'gallinaceous'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- gallina
- English cognates
- gallinaceous
Grammar
Examples
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The hen laid three eggs this morning.
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On the farm we have hens, ducks and pigs.
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Do not be a coward and just jump!
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The hens run around the yard looking for food.
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My grandmother has kept hens since she was little.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 24, lesson 2: gallina, jovencito, absurdo and 7 more words.