English vocabulary

Insects in English.

11 everyday insects words with pictures. Tap to hear each one in a British voice; choose your language from the menu to see each meaning.

bee
butterfly
ladybug
ant
spider
caterpillar
cricket
snail
beetle
mosquito
fly

About these insects words

These 11 words cover insects in everyday English, from bee and butterfly to fly. Listen to each one in a British voice, say it aloud, then try the games below to lock it in.

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What are the most common English words for insects?

This page lists 11 everyday insects words in English: bee, butterfly, ladybug, ant, spider, caterpillar, cricket, snail, beetle, mosquito, fly. Each one has a picture and a British audio clip.

How can I learn insects vocabulary quickly?

Listen to each word, say it aloud, then use it in a sentence. Hearing a word and typing it in English Dictation, and spotting it in the phrasebook conversations, helps it stick.

Is this British or American English?

The audio is a British voice and the spelling is British (for example, colour). A few words differ in American English.

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