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/ˈa.ɾe.a/

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Translation

area

Word origin

From Latin area ('a level open space, threshing floor'). The word passed almost unchanged into English as area.

Origin
Latin
Root
area
English cognates
area

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluraláreas

Examples

.

The green area of the park is perfect for children.

.

This area of the city is very quiet at night.

cercanas .

The areas near the river tend to be colder.

.

I work in the sales area of a large company.

prohibido .

There are several areas where smoking is forbidden.

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This word is part of lesson 23.