Arid

The Spanish word 'árido' translates to 'arid' in English. It is an adjective used to describe a dry, barren, or desert-like environment. Typically, it is applied to lands where the lack of rainfall, dry conditions, or poor irrigation systems make it difficult for plants and vegetation to grow. In literature, it can be used metaphorically to signify sterility or lack of productivity.

Example sentences using: árido

La región es tan árida que apenas puede crecer algo allí.

The region is so arid that barely anything can grow there.

This sentence is describing a geographical location, expressing that scarcely any vegetation could survive due to the lack of water.

Mi boca se siente árida después de correr por tanto tiempo.

My mouth feels arid after running for so long.

In this sentence, 'árida' is used in a metaphorical way to describe the dryness of the speaker's mouth after exercise.

El libro es árido y difícil de leer.

The book is arid and hard to read.

This phrase is using 'árido' metaphorically to describe a book as dull or uninteresting.