Meaning of Lamb
A young sheep, especially one under one year old.
In simple words: A young sheep.
Lamb in a sentence
- The lamb grazed peacefully in the sun.
- We had roasted lamb for dinner last night.
- The farmer raised lambs on his small homestead.
- A cute little lamb was frolicking near the fence.
- She bought a lamb from the market for the festival.
How to use Lamb
Used in both culinary and agricultural contexts. In informal settings, often refers to the meat; in formal agriculture discussions, it refers to the animal.
Grammar pattern
noun standalone
Memory hint
Think of a young sheep, 'lam-b' sounds like a 'lamb.'
Related words
Lamb appears in
Lamb in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
خروف صغير
صغير الخروف.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ভেড়া শাবক
একটি অল্পবয়সী ভেড়া।
- GermanDeutsch
Lamm
Ein junges Schaf.
- SpanishEspañol
Cordero
Una oveja bebé.
- Persianفارسی
بره
یک گوسفند جوان.
- FrenchFrançais
Agneau
Un jeune mouton.
- Hindiहिन्दी
मेमना
एक छोटी भेड़।
- ItalianItaliano
Agnello
Una pecora giovane.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Cordeiro
Um carneiro jovem.
- RussianРусский
Ягненок
Маленькая овечка.
- Urduاردو
مینڈھا/ممیانہ
بھیڑ کا بچہ۔
- Chinese中文
羊羔,羊肉
小绵羊。
More words like Lamb
- Sheep
- HeyA1
used to attract somebody’s attention or to express interest, surprise or anger
- I don't know the right words
A phrase indicating uncertainty in expressing thoughts or feelings verbally.
- WidowC1
a woman whose husband or wife has died and who has not married again
- Told
Gave information or communicated something to someone in the past.
- Doesn't matter
An expression meaning something is not important.
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Frequently asked questions about Lamb
What does Lamb mean?
A young sheep.
What is the definition of Lamb?
A young sheep, especially one under one year old.
How do you use Lamb in a sentence?
The lamb grazed peacefully in the sun.
Can you give another example of Lamb?
We had roasted lamb for dinner last night.
What are synonyms for Lamb?
Common alternatives include ewes, sheep, young sheep.
What is the opposite of Lamb?
Opposite meanings include lion, wolf.
What words go with Lamb?
It commonly pairs with lamb chop, lamb stew, young lamb, lamb meat, suckling lamb.
What are common mistakes when using Lamb?
Confused with 'sheep' - lamb refers specifically to younger sheep. Misusing 'lam' as a synonym - 'lamb' is the correct term for young sheep.
How do you pronounce Lamb?
US: //læm//, UK: //læm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Lamb?
Used in both culinary and agricultural contexts. In informal settings, often refers to the meat; in formal agriculture discussions, it refers to the animal.

