grasshopper in French

grasshopper in French is criquet, sauterelle, petit scarabée — grasshopper means a jumping insect with long back legs, known for making chirping sounds by rubbing its legs or wings together.

grasshopper in French

criquet

noun

In the strict sense, refers to insects in the suborder Caelifera, particularly those in the family Acrididae.

sauterelle

noun

In the strict sense, refers to insects in the suborder Caelifera, particularly those in the family Acrididae.

petit scarabée

noun

(figuratively) A young student in the initial stages of training who has been chosen on account of their obvious talent.

What does "grasshopper" mean?

noun A jumping insect with long back legs, known for making chirping sounds by rubbing its legs or wings together.
"A grasshopper leapt out of the tall grass as we walked by."
noun A cocktail made with crème de menthe, and often crème de cacao and cream.
"She ordered a grasshopper for dessert instead of pie."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

grasshopper in a sentence

A grasshopper leapt out of the tall grass as we walked by.
The field was alive with the sound of grasshoppers in the summer heat.
She ordered a grasshopper for dessert instead of pie.

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "grasshopper" in French?

"grasshopper" in French is criquet, sauterelle, petit scarabée. grasshopper means: A jumping insect with long back legs, known for making chirping sounds by rubbing its legs or wings together.

How do you use "grasshopper" in a sentence?

Example: "A grasshopper leapt out of the tall grass as we walked by." In French, "grasshopper" is criquet, sauterelle, petit scarabée.

Are there other ways to say "grasshopper" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "grasshopper": criquet, sauterelle, petit scarabée.

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