How to say platypus in Korean

Meaning

A platypus is a small animal from Australia with a duck-like bill and a body that swims well. In Korean, 오리너구리 is the normal everyday word for this animal. You can use it when talking about animals, pictures, books, or a zoo visit.

Example sentences

1. 오리너구리를 보러 동물원에 갔어요.

   I went to the zoo to see a platypus.

2. 아이들이 오리너구리 책을 읽어요.

   The children read a book about a platypus.

3. 오리너구리는 물에서 잘 游泳 (yóu yǒng)요.

   Platypuses swim well in water.

4. 가게에서 오리너구리 인형을 샀어요.

   I bought a platypus doll at the store.