C1 noun Neutral

arctic

/ˈɑːrk.tɪk/

The Arctic refers to the polar region located at the northernmost part of Earth, characterized by extreme cold, seasonal ice cover, and unique ecosystems. It encompasses the Arctic Ocean and surrounding land masses, often defined as the area within the Arctic Circle.

Beispiele

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I watched a fascinating documentary about the indigenous cultures living in the Arctic.

I watched a fascinating documentary about the indigenous cultures living in the Arctic.

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The geopolitical significance of the Arctic has increased due to the opening of new maritime trade routes.

The geopolitical significance of the Arctic has increased due to the opening of new maritime trade routes.

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It's so freezing in this office, it feels like we're working in the Arctic!

It's so freezing in this office, it feels like we're working in the Arctic!

Wortfamilie

Nomen
Arctic
Adverb
arctically
Adjektiv
arctic
Verwandt
Arcticity
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Merkhilfe

The word 'Arctic' comes from the Greek 'arktikos', meaning 'near the Bear'. Think of the Great Bear (Ursa Major) constellation, which is only visible in the Northern Hemisphere.

Schnelles Quiz

Scientists are concerned that the melting of the ___ ice cap will lead to rising sea levels.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: Arctic

Beispiele

1

I watched a fascinating documentary about the indigenous cultures living in the Arctic.

everyday

I watched a fascinating documentary about the indigenous cultures living in the Arctic.

2

The geopolitical significance of the Arctic has increased due to the opening of new maritime trade routes.

formal

The geopolitical significance of the Arctic has increased due to the opening of new maritime trade routes.

3

It's so freezing in this office, it feels like we're working in the Arctic!

informal

It's so freezing in this office, it feels like we're working in the Arctic!

4

The rate of permafrost degradation in the Arctic is a critical indicator of global climate shift.

academic

The rate of permafrost degradation in the Arctic is a critical indicator of global climate shift.

5

Our logistics team is evaluating the viability of shipping goods through the Arctic during the summer months.

business

Our logistics team is evaluating the viability of shipping goods through the Arctic during the summer months.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
Arctic
Adverb
arctically
Adjektiv
arctic
Verwandt
Arcticity

Häufige Kollokationen

Arctic Circle Arctic Circle
Arctic wildlife Arctic wildlife
Arctic conditions Arctic conditions
Arctic exploration Arctic exploration
Arctic ice cap Arctic ice cap

Häufige Phrasen

Arctic blast

A sudden cold front bringing very cold air from the north.

Arctic fox

A small fox native to the Arctic regions.

the High Arctic

The most northerly part of the Arctic region.

Wird oft verwechselt mit

arctic vs Antarctic

The Arctic is the northern polar region (mostly ocean), while the Antarctic is the southern polar region (a continent covered in ice).

arctic vs tundra

The tundra is a specific treeless biome characterized by frozen subsoil, whereas the Arctic is the entire geographic region.

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Nutzungshinweise

When referring to the geographic region, 'Arctic' should be capitalized and preceded by 'the'. When used as an adjective to mean 'extremely cold' in a general sense, it is often lowercase.

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Häufige Fehler

Learners often forget to use the definite article 'the' when referring to the region. They also frequently confuse it with 'Antarctic' because of the similar spelling.

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Merkhilfe

The word 'Arctic' comes from the Greek 'arktikos', meaning 'near the Bear'. Think of the Great Bear (Ursa Major) constellation, which is only visible in the Northern Hemisphere.

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Wortherkunft

From the Greek 'arktikos', meaning 'of the bear', referring to the Ursa Major constellation that points toward the North Star.

Grammatikmuster

Used with the definite article 'the' as a proper noun. Functions as an attributive adjective in phrases like 'Arctic air'. No plural form when referring to the region.
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Kultureller Kontext

The Arctic is home to various indigenous groups, such as the Inuit, and is currently a central focus of international climate change activism and scientific research.

Schnelles Quiz

Scientists are concerned that the melting of the ___ ice cap will lead to rising sea levels.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: Arctic

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of

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in

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A preposition used to indicate position within a container, a space, an area, or a period of time. It describes being surrounded by something or being inside the boundaries of a location.

it

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on

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A preposition used to indicate that something is in a position above and supported by a surface. It is also used to indicate a specific day or date, or to show that a device is functioning.

as

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A conjunction used to compare two things that are equal in some way. It is most commonly used in the pattern 'as + adjective/adverb + as' to show similarity.

this

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Used to identify a specific person, thing, or idea that is physically close to the speaker or has just been mentioned. It can also refer to the present time or a situation that is currently happening.

by

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A preposition used to show the method or means of doing something, or to identify the person or thing that performs an action. It frequently appears in passive sentences to indicate the agent or before modes of transport.

we

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or

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