Bering Meaning in English

word

US

ˈbɛɹɪŋ

BAIR-ing

UK

ˈbɛrɪŋ

BER-ing

Definition

'Bering' usually refers to the region around the Bering Sea and Bering Strait, between Russia and Alaska, or is used in names of features like 'Bering Land Bridge.'

Usage & Nuances

'Bering' is a proper noun, always capitalized, often appearing in geographic names: 'Bering Strait', 'Bering Sea', 'Bering Land Bridge.' It is not used as a common noun or verb. Do not confuse it with 'bearing' (meaning direction or support).

• Spanish: de Bering
• Portuguese (BR): de Bering
• Portuguese (PT): de Bering
• Chinese (Simplified): 白令
• Chinese (Traditional): 白令
• Hindi: बेयरिंग
• Arabic: بيرينغ
• Bengali: বেরিং
• Russian: Берингов
• Japanese: ベーリング
• Vietnamese: Bering
• Korean: 베링
• Turkish: Bering
• Urdu: برنگ
• Indonesian: Bering

Example Sentences

The Bering Strait separates Russia and Alaska.

basic

Many animals crossed the Bering Land Bridge long ago.

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The Bering Sea is cold and full of fish.

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Native peoples traveled across the ancient Bering land bridge to America.

natural

Scientists study the ice in the Bering Sea to learn about climate change.

natural

Every year, fishermen brave the dangerous waters of the Bering Sea.

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