mantis in Spanish

mantis in Spanish is santateresa, mantis, mantis religiosa — mantis means a large insect that captures prey with its powerful front legs, often held folded as if in prayer.

mantis in Spanish

santateresa

noun

Any of various large insects of the order Mantodea that catch insects or other small animals with their powerful forelegs.

mantis

noun

Any of various large insects of the order Mantodea that catch insects or other small animals with their powerful forelegs.

mantis religiosa

noun

Any of various large insects of the order Mantodea that catch insects or other small animals with their powerful forelegs.

mamboretá

noun

Any of various large insects of the order Mantodea that catch insects or other small animals with their powerful forelegs.

mantodeo

noun

Any of various large insects of the order Mantodea that catch insects or other small animals with their powerful forelegs.

campamocha

noun

Any of various large insects of the order Mantodea that catch insects or other small animals with their powerful forelegs.

What does "mantis" mean?

noun A large insect that captures prey with its powerful front legs, often held folded as if in prayer.
"A praying mantis waited motionless on the leaf, ready to strike."

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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”.

mantis in a sentence

A praying mantis waited motionless on the leaf, ready to strike.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "mantis" in Spanish?

"mantis" in Spanish is santateresa, mantis, mantis religiosa. mantis means: A large insect that captures prey with its powerful front legs, often held folded as if in prayer.

How do you use "mantis" in a sentence?

Example: "A praying mantis waited motionless on the leaf, ready to strike." In Spanish, "mantis" is santateresa, mantis, mantis religiosa.

Are there other ways to say "mantis" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 6 translations listed for "mantis": santateresa, mantis, mantis religiosa, mamboretá, mantodeo, campamocha.

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