wetland
A wetland is an area of land that is always wet or covered with shallow water. It is a very important place where many different plants and animals, like birds and frogs, live.
Examples
3 of 5We saw a big green frog in the wetland near the park.
We saw a big green frog in the wetland near the park.
The government is working to protect the local wetland areas.
The government is working to protect the local wetland areas.
Do you want to go to the wetland to see the ducks?
Do you want to go to the wetland to see the ducks?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Just remember 'Wet' + 'Land' = land that is always wet!
Quick Quiz
The ____ is a beautiful place where you can see many types of birds and water plants.
Correct!
The correct answer is: wetland
Examples
We saw a big green frog in the wetland near the park.
everydayWe saw a big green frog in the wetland near the park.
The government is working to protect the local wetland areas.
formalThe government is working to protect the local wetland areas.
Do you want to go to the wetland to see the ducks?
informalDo you want to go to the wetland to see the ducks?
Scientists study how a wetland cleans the water naturally.
academicScientists study how a wetland cleans the water naturally.
The construction company must follow rules about the nearby wetland.
businessThe construction company must follow rules about the nearby wetland.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
wetland habitat
wetland habitat
wetland bird
wetland bird
wetland management
wetland management
Often Confused With
A swamp is a type of wetland that has many trees, while 'wetland' is the general name for all wet areas.
A lake is a deep body of water, while a wetland is shallow and filled with plants.
Usage Notes
The word 'wetland' is often used in the plural form ('wetlands') when talking about the environment or conservation in general.
Common Mistakes
Learners might use 'water land' instead of the correct term 'wetland'.
Memory Tip
Just remember 'Wet' + 'Land' = land that is always wet!
Word Origin
A combination of the Old English words 'wet' (moist) and 'land' (ground).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Many cultures view wetlands as vital for flood control and water purification, leading to many international protection laws.
Quick Quiz
The ____ is a beautiful place where you can see many types of birds and water plants.
Correct!
The correct answer is: wetland
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