west
The direction toward the point of the horizon where the sun sets at the equinox. It is one of the four cardinal points, located opposite to the east.
Ejemplos
3 de 5The sun sets in the west every evening.
The sun goes down in the west every evening.
The delegation will travel to the west to meet with local officials.
The official group will go to the western region to talk to leaders.
Let's head west and see where the road takes us.
Let's drive towards the west and explore the path.
Sinónimos
Familia de palabras
Truco para recordar
Remember the word 'WE' on a map. 'W' (West) is on the left and 'E' (East) is on the right.
Quiz rápido
If you are looking at a map, ______ is usually to the left.
¡Correcto!
La respuesta correcta es: west
Ejemplos
The sun sets in the west every evening.
everydayThe sun goes down in the west every evening.
The delegation will travel to the west to meet with local officials.
formalThe official group will go to the western region to talk to leaders.
Let's head west and see where the road takes us.
informalLet's drive towards the west and explore the path.
Geographical studies focus on the unique climate patterns of the west.
academicGeography books look at the special weather in the western area.
Our company plans to expand its operations to the west next year.
businessOur business wants to open more offices in the west next year.
Sinónimos
Familia de palabras
Colocaciones comunes
Frases Comunes
out west
in or toward the western part of a country
the Far West
the region that is furthest to the west
heads west
starts moving in a western direction
Se confunde a menudo con
Waste refers to trash or using something badly, while west is a direction.
Waist is the part of the body above the hips, while west is a direction.
Notas de uso
Capitalize 'West' when referring to a specific geographical region (e.g., 'the American West'), but use lowercase for the general direction.
Errores comunes
Learners often forget to use the definite article 'the' before 'west' when using it as a noun to describe a direction.
Truco para recordar
Remember the word 'WE' on a map. 'W' (West) is on the left and 'E' (East) is on the right.
Origen de la palabra
From the Proto-Germanic word 'westar', which means 'downward' or 'evening', referring to where the sun sets.
Patrones gramaticales
Contexto cultural
In American history, 'the West' represents the frontier and the spirit of exploration and expansion.
Quiz rápido
If you are looking at a map, ______ is usually to the left.
¡Correcto!
La respuesta correcta es: west
Gramática relacionada
Vocabulario relacionado
Más palabras de Travel
train
A1A train is a connected series of vehicles that move along metal tracks to carry people or goods from one place to another. It usually consists of an engine and several carriages or wagons.
taxi
A1A car with a driver that you pay to take you exactly where you want to go. It usually has a sign on top and a meter inside to calculate the cost of the trip.
subway
A1A subway is an underground electric railway system used for transporting passengers in a city. It provides a fast way to travel long distances while avoiding street-level traffic.
bicycle
A1A vehicle with two wheels that you sit on and move by pushing pedals with your feet. It is a popular form of transportation for short distances and a common way to exercise.
motorcycle
A1A motorcycle is a vehicle with two wheels that is powered by an engine. It is used for fast travel and usually carries one or two people.
backpack
A1A bag with shoulder straps that allows you to carry items on your back, leaving your hands free. It is commonly used by students for school or by travelers and hikers to carry their belongings.
map
A1A map is a visual representation or drawing of an area, such as a city, country, or the entire world. It shows physical features like roads, rivers, and landmarks to help people find locations or navigate from one place to another.
passenger
A1A passenger is a person who travels in a vehicle, such as a car, bus, train, or airplane, but is not driving it or working on it. They usually pay a fare or have a ticket to travel from one place to another.
hostel
A1A budget-friendly type of accommodation where guests usually rent a bed in a shared room (dormitory) and share common facilities like a kitchen or lounge. It is popular among students, backpackers, and young travelers looking for an affordable way to stay in a city.
reservation
A1A reservation is an arrangement you make in advance to keep a seat, a table, or a room for yourself. It ensures that you have a place when you arrive at a hotel, restaurant, or on a train.
Comentarios (0)
Inicia Sesión para ComentarEmpieza a aprender idiomas gratis
Empieza Gratis