Quokka

Pronunciation: /ˈkwɒkə/

Definitions of quokka

noun A small marsupial native to Australia, known for its friendly and curious nature.

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a cute quokka at the zoo.

A2 The quokka is a small marsupial native to Australia.

B1 Tourists often take selfies with quokkas on Rottnest Island.

B2 Quokkas are known for their friendly and curious nature.

C1 Conservation efforts are in place to protect the quokka population.

C2 Researchers study the behavior and habitat of quokkas in their natural environment.

Examples of quokka in a Sentence

formal The quokka is a small marsupial native to Australia.

informal I saw a cute quokka hopping around in the bush.

slang That quokka is so chill, just lounging in the sun.

figurative Her smile was as infectious as a quokka's grin.

Grammatical Forms of quokka

• plural: quokkas
• comparative: more quokka
• superlative: most quokka
• present tense: quokka
• future tense: will quokka
• perfect tense: have quokkaed
• continuous tense: is quokkaing
• singular: quokka
• positive degree: quokka
• infinitive: to quokka
• gerund: quokking
• participle: quokkaed

Origin and Evolution of quokka

First Known Use: 1699 year

Language of Origin: Nyungar

Story behind the word: The word 'quokka' originates from the Nyungar language, spoken by the indigenous people of southwestern Australia.

Evolution of the word: The word 'quokka' was first recorded by Willem de Vlamingh, a Dutch sea captain, during his exploration of Australia in 1696. It has since become the common name for the small marsupial native to Western Australia.