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genus in Dutch

genus in Dutch is geslacht, soort — genus means a biological classification rank grouping closely related species, sitting below family and above species.

genus in Dutch

geslacht
noun
soort
noun
A group with common attributes.

What does "genus" mean?

  1. noun A biological classification rank grouping closely related species, sitting below family and above species.
    "Lions and tigers belong to the genus Panthera."
  2. noun A general category or kind sharing common features.
    "The book was praised as a fine example of its genus."

genus in a sentence

  • Lions and tigers belong to the genus Panthera.
  • Scientists placed the newly discovered beetle in an existing genus.
  • The book was praised as a fine example of its genus.

Similar words in Dutch

Common Dutch translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "genus" in Dutch?

"genus" in Dutch is geslacht, soort. genus means: A biological classification rank grouping closely related species, sitting below family and above species.

How do you use "genus" in a sentence?

Example: "Lions and tigers belong to the genus Panthera." In Dutch, "genus" is geslacht, soort.

Are there other ways to say "genus" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "genus": geslacht, soort.

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