What does "lion" mean?

"Lion" means: A big wild cat known as the king of the jungle. Example: "The lion roared loudly."

How do you say lion in Hebrew and Spanish?

In Hebrew, lion is אריה. In Spanish, it is león.

How do you pronounce "lion"?

Lion is pronounced /ˈlaɪən/. It is a noun. You can hear a native speaker say it on this page.

Lion — Meaning for Kids, with Picture, Audio & Hebrew

lion

/ˈlaɪən/

noun

A big wild cat known as the king of the jungle

“The lion roared loudly.”

אריה

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Lion is a noun in the animals category. It is a intermediate (ages 9-10) word, meaning "A big wild cat known as the king of the jungle" In Hebrew, lion translates to אריה.

Example Sentences

The lion let out a thunderous roar that echoed across the wide African savanna.
A lion pride rested together in the shade of a large acacia tree during the hot afternoon.
The lion cub played with its mother's tufted tail while she slept.

Did You Know? A lion's roar is so powerful it can be heard from 8 kilometers away! Lions are the only cats that live in groups, called prides, which can have up to 30 lions. Unlike most cats, lions love the water and are actually good swimmers. Male lions spend most of their time resting — up to 20 hours a day — while female lions do most of the hunting for the pride.