lake
word
/ˈɫeɪk/
layk
/lˈeɪk/
layk
Definition
A lake is a large area of water surrounded by land. It is usually bigger and deeper than a pond.
Usage & Nuances
Use 'lake' for inland bodies of water: 'a mountain lake', 'by the lake', 'across the lake'. Do not confuse it with 'sea' or 'ocean'. In place names, it often comes before the name ('Lake Victoria') or after it in some cases ('Crater Lake').
Spanish: lagoPortuguese (BR): lagoPortuguese (PT): lagoChinese (Simplified): 湖Chinese (Traditional): 湖Hindi: झीलArabic: بحيرةBengali: হ্রদRussian: озероJapanese: 湖Vietnamese: hồKorean: 호수Turkish: gölUrdu: جھیلIndonesian: danau
Example Sentences
We swam in the lake last summer.
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There is a small lake near my school.
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The lake is very calm today.
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We rented a cabin by the lake for the weekend.
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The house has a beautiful view of the lake.
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Let's walk around the lake before dinner.
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