Outdoors Vocabulary in Spanish
A collection of Spanish words associated with activities, objects, and situations related to the outdoors.
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bahía
bay
The word 'bahía' in Spanish translates to 'bay' in English. This term is generally used to refer to a body of water partially surrounded by land but with a wide mouth, affording access to the sea. It is usually more enclosed than a gulf. Understanding the term 'bahía' can make you more familiar with geographical conversations or discussions in Spanish.
Example sentences with bahía →bosque
forest
A 'Bosque' is a large area covered primarily with trees and undergrowth. It is home to various kinds of wildlife.
Example sentences with bosque →cazador
hunter
The Spanish word 'cazador' translates to 'hunter' in English. This term can be used literally to refer to someone who hunts animals for sport or food. It can also have a metaphorical application, for instance, in describing someone aggressively pursuing a goal. It is a commonly used noun in Spanish. Just like in English, the word 'cazador' can be tailored based on its context and can imply different meanings.
Example sentences with cazador →clima desértico
desert climate
The Spanish term 'clima desértico' translates to 'desert climate' in English. A desert climate is a type of arid climate characterised by less than 25 cm of annual rainfall, high temperatures and vast stretches of sand or rock. Life in this harsh environment has adapted to these extreme conditions through various life forms including unique plant species, insects and resilient mammals like camels. Knowledge of this term can further one's understanding of geographical terminology in Spanish.
Example sentences with clima desértico →cordillera
mountain range
The Spanish word 'cordillera' translates to 'mountain range' in English. In geography, a mountain range is a series of mountains or hills ranged in a line and connected by high ground. Mountain ranges are often formed by tectonic plate interactions in the Earth's crust. In Spanish-speaking regions, 'cordillera' is commonly used to describe these natural formations. It's a very useful word to know, especially when discussing geography or nature in Spanish.
Example sentences with cordillera →costa
coast
The Spanish word 'costa' translates to 'coast' in English. It refers to the land along the edge of a sea, ocean, lake, or river. This could be either a beach with sand or pebbles or a steep cliff like terrain. It functions as a noun in the sentence.
Example sentences with costa →costero
coastal
The Spanish word 'costero' translates to 'coastal' in English. It is an adjective used to describe something that is related to, located at, or living near the coast. For instance, it can be used in the context of 'a coastal town' ('un pueblo costero') or 'coastal area' ('area costera'). This word is derived from the noun 'costa' meaning 'coast' in Spanish.
Example sentences with costero →desierto
desert
'Desierto' refers to a large, arid area with little to no vegetation, usually because of the low rainfall.
Example sentences with desierto →ecología
ecology
Ecology is a branch of biology that studies the interactions among organisms and their environments. It explores the relationships among individuals within populations, among populations within communities, and between communities and their physical settings.
Example sentences with ecología →escalador
climber
The Spanish word 'escalador' translates to 'climber' in English. It is a noun that can be used to reference someone who engages in the activity of climbing, be it mountains, rocks or other high steep surfaces for sport or recreation. 'Escalador' is used in many Spanish-speaking nations, all with the similar meaning. Application of the term remains balanced in both regular and specific instances, such as referring to sport or mountaineering enthusiasts.
Example sentences with escalador →frondoso
leafy
The Spanish word 'frondoso' translates to 'leafy' in English. It is often used to describe something that is full of leaves or foliage, typically trees or plants. This adjective conveys a sense of lushness or abundance in nature. For example, a 'frondoso' tree would be a tree that is richly filled with green leaves.
Example sentences with frondoso →hacer una marcha
go on a hike
The Spanish phrase 'hacer una marcha' is a common way to express 'go on a hike' in English. This phrase is used when someone is planning or intending to walk in the countryside, typically for leisure or exercise. This could be in the hills, mountains, or forested areas. This term embodies the spirit of outdoor adventure and nature exploration that is associated with hiking.
Example sentences with hacer una marcha →ir a la montaña
go to the mountain
'Ir a la montaña' is a Spanish phrase that directly translates to 'go to the mountain' in English. This phrase is often used when someone is expressing their desire or plan to travel or hike up a mountain. Like in English, it can be used in various contexts. It's a basic phrase that's important for learners to understand when starting to comprehend Spanish phrases related to travel and outdoor activities.
Example sentences with ir a la montaña →isla
island
The Spanish word for island is 'isla'. It's used much in the same way as it is in English. For example, 'Vivo en una isla' means 'I live on an island'. Like in English, 'isla' can be used metaphorically to describe isolation or remoteness as well.
Example sentences with isla →lago
lake
The Spanish word 'lago' translates to 'lake' in English. It is a common term used to refer to a large body of water surrounded by land. Formed by a variety of geological processes, lakes are usually found in mountainous areas, rift zones, and areas with ongoing glaciation. Many lakes are artificial and are constructed for industrial or agricultural use, for hydro-electric power generation or domestic water supply.
Example sentences with lago →litoral
coast
The Spanish word 'litoral' translates to 'coast' in English. It typically refers to the area where the land meets the sea or ocean. The usage in sentences or context mainly revolves around geographical and natural descriptions or dialogues. So, when you hear or see the word 'litoral', you can associate it with beaches, ocean views, coastal areas, and related maritime contexts.
Example sentences with litoral →mar
sea
The Spanish word 'mar' translates to 'sea' in English. It is a common term used to indicate the large body of salt water that covers most of the Earth's surface. 'Mar' is a noun and it can be used in various contexts including geographical discussions, travel descriptions, literature, and more. It's a singular masculine noun in Spanish, so you'd use 'el' (the) with it; 'el mar' means 'the sea'. Remember, the pronunciation is important in Spanish language, 'mar' is pronounced as 'mar' in Spanish.
Example sentences with mar →montaña
mountain
'Montaña' refers to a landform that rises above the surrounding areas. It is higher and steeper than a hill, and often has a peak.
Example sentences with montaña →montañero
mountaineering
The Spanish word 'montañero' translates to 'mountaineer' in English. A 'montañero' is a person who practices or is interested in mountaineering, which refers to the sport, hobby or profession of walking, hiking and climbing up mountains. It is often associated with outdoor activities and exploration in high mountainous areas.
Example sentences with montañero →museo
museum
A 'Museo' is a building or institution where objects of historical, scientific, artistic, or cultural interest are stored and exhibited.
Example sentences with museo →naturaleza
nature
The Spanish word 'naturaleza' is used to refer to the natural world encompassing all the living and non-living things occurring naturally. It can also refer to the inherent or fundamental qualities or characteristics of something or someone. Just like in English, it can be used in different contexts including science, philosophy, and everyday conversations.
Example sentences with naturaleza →Nordeste
Northeast
Northeast, known as 'Nordeste' in Spanish, refers to the direction that is at an angle of 45 degrees on a compass. In Geography, it is often used to describe the region of a country, area, or city that is situated towards the northeast. In context, it can refer to the part of a place (such as a country or region) that is towards the northeast, or it can also refer to the northeastern part of a particular place.
Example sentences with Nordeste →Noroeste
Northwest
The Spanish word 'Noroeste' is translated as 'Northwest' in English. It is a cardinal point on the compass indicating a direction in between North and West. It's commonly used in geographic contexts, or when giving or receiving directions. The term is a combination of 'Norte' which means 'North' and 'Oeste' which means 'West'.
Example sentences with Noroeste →paisaje desértico
desert landscape
The term 'paisaje desértico' in Spanish translates to 'desert landscape' in English. It refers to an area of land that is extremely dry, typically because of low rainfall that is unable to support much plant life. This term is usually used to describe a barren, arid region that is generally inhospitable and features conditions like rolling sand dunes, rocky hills, or plains with sparse to no vegetation.
Example sentences with paisaje desértico →paisaje desolador
desolate landscape
The Spanish term 'paisaje desolador' translates to 'desolate landscape' in English. It's typically used to describe an area or scene that is barren or empty, often evoking a sense of bleakness or desolation. This phrase could be used in various contexts - from literal descriptions of physical environments, such as a desert or a war-ravaged city, to more metaphorical uses in literature and conversations to convey a sense of emotional emptiness or despair.
Example sentences with paisaje desolador →parque natural
nature park
The Spanish term 'parque natural' translates to 'nature park' in English. A 'parque natural' is a legally declared area, set aside for the purpose of preserving the natural environment, wildlife, and cultural heritage. It may be established in areas that are representative of diverse biomes, ecological regions and landscapes. These parks are often open to the public for purposes of outdoor recreation, education, and tourism, but subject to rules and regulations designed to preserve the natural values of the park.
playa desierta
desolate beach
The Spanish phrase 'playa desierta' translates to 'desolate beach' in English. This phrase can be broken down into two words where 'playa' means 'beach' and 'desierta' means 'desolate'. This term refers to a beach that is empty or uninhabited, often implying a sense of solitude or abandonment. In literature or conversation, it might be used to set the scene or create mood, suggesting a location that is isolated, peaceful, or eerily quiet.
Example sentences with playa desierta →río
river
'Río' is the Spanish word for 'River'. This term is used to describe a large, flowing body of water that usually empties into a sea or ocean. Just like in English, this term is used in geographical contexts or in metaphoric expressions, such as 'vida es un río', referring to the flow of life.
Example sentences with río →roca
rock
The Spanish word for rock is 'roca'. This is a noun and can be used in the same way as 'rock' in English. It can refer to a large mass of stone forming a hill, cliff, promontory, or the like, or a small piece or part of a hard substance. Similar to English, it can also be used metaphorically, for example in the phrase 'eres mi roca', or 'you are my rock'.
Example sentences with roca →selva
jungle
The Spanish word 'selva' translates to 'jungle' in English. Derived from the Latin word 'silva', 'selva' typically refers to a large unexplored region covered with dense vegetation, often in the tropics. The 'selva' is characterised by high levels of biodiversity and is home to a variety of animals and plant species. It plays a vital role in the Earth's ecosystem by contributing hugely to the planet's oxygen production.
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