rainforest — a dense forest rich in biodiversity, found typically in tropical areas with consistently heavy rainfall
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a dense forest rich in biodiversity, found typically in tropical areas with consistently heavy rainfall
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈreɪnfɔːrɪst/
Korean meaning: 지속적으로 많은 비가 내리는 열대 지역에서 발견되는, 생물 다양성이 풍부한 울창한 숲
Korean pronunciation: 레인-포-리스트 (강세: 레인)
Example Sentences
- My GPS got confused in the rainforest and kept saying 'turn right at the giant tree' for every direction.
- Scientists estimate that rainforests contain over half of the world's plant and animal species.
- The tour guide warned us that the rainforest has its own weather system - sunny, rainy, and 'definitely lost' conditions.
rainforest
NOUN//ˈreɪnfɔːrɪst//
a dense forest rich in biodiversity, found typically in tropical areas with consistently heavy rainfall
Dense tropical forest with rich biodiversity
A tourist captures the magic of the rainforest!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
20세기에 만들어진 합성어로, 비가 많이 내리는 숲이라는 의미에서 탄생했습니다. 생태학 연구가 발달하면서 열대우림의 특별한 생태계를 구분하기 위해 사용되기 시작했습니다.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My GPS got confused in the rainforest and kept saying 'turn right at the giant tree' for every direction.”
“Scientists estimate that rainforests contain over half of the world's plant and animal species.”
“The tour guide warned us that the rainforest has its own weather system - sunny, rainy, and 'definitely lost' conditions.”
“Deforestation threatens the delicate balance of rainforest ecosystems worldwide.”
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