Possum

Definition of Possum

A possum is a small to medium-sized marsupial mammal native to Australia and certain parts of Asia.

How should Possum divide into syllables

The word 'possum' has 2 syllables. The first syllable is 'pos' and the second syllable is 'sum'. The vowels in this word are 'o' and 'u', while the consonants are 'p', 's', and 'm'.

Part of Speech - Possum

I saw a possum climbing a tree last night.

Sentences with Possum

• I saw a possum playing in my backyard.
• The possum climbed up the tree to escape from danger.
• Possums have a pouch where they carry their babies.
• I heard a possum hissing in the night.
• The possum's fur is soft and fluffy.
• Possums are nocturnal animals, which means they are active at night.
• Possums eat fruits, insects, and small animals.
• We need to be careful while driving at night to avoid hitting a possum.
• I saw a possum hanging from a branch by its tail.
• Possums have a long and prehensile tail.

Quotes with Possum

• The possum is a curious creature, often misunderstood by humans.
• When life throws you lemons, be a possum and play dead.
• Possums may look scary, but they are harmless to humans.
• Possums are masters of adaptation, living in various environments.
• A possum's fur provides excellent camouflage in the forest.
• Possums have been around for millions of years, surviving through time.
• Possums are nature's clean-up crew, eating carrion and pests.
• The possum's tail is its greatest asset, helping it balance and grip.
• Possums are skilled climbers, navigating trees with ease.
• The possum's nocturnal habits allow it to avoid many predators.

Number of characters in Possum

6 ( p, o, s, s, u, m )

Unique letters in Possum

5 ( p, o, s, u, m )

Possum Backwards

mussop

Phonetic Transcription of Possum

IPA (International): ˈpɑ:sʌm

ARA (American): ˈpɑsʌm

EPA (English): ˈpɑ:sʌm

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