laam4 king4藍鯨蓝鲸
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Yalelàahm kìhng
Definition
Blue whale, the largest known animal in the world.
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How it's used
Scientific names for animals are often used directly in conversation when discussing nature or biology. While it is a specific species, it frequently appears in casual comparisons to emphasize something being exceptionally large or heavy.
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The blue whale is the largest animal in the world.
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blue whale species
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