What is another word for true bug?
Pronunciation: [tɹˈuː bˈʌɡ] (IPA) 
The term "true bug" is commonly used to describe a group of insects known as Hemiptera, which are characterized by a piercing mouthpart called a proboscis and forewings that are partially hardened. However, there are several other synonyms for the term "true bug" that are frequently used interchangeably. Some of these synonyms include "Hemipteran," "hemipterous insect," "heteropterous insect," and "stink bug." While all of these terms refer to the same group of insects, they are often used in different contexts by entomologists and insect enthusiasts. Regardless of the term used, true bugs are an ecologically important group of insects that play important roles in pollination, pest control, and nutrient recycling.
