rio

Definition

A rio is a river, a long natural flow of water that moves across the land toward the sea, a lake, or another river. This word is mainly used in names, in poetry, or in contexts influenced by Spanish or Portuguese.

Usage & Nuances

In standard English, 'river' is far more common than 'rio'. 'Rio' often appears in place names like 'Rio Grande' or to create a Latin American or poetic feel. Don't use it as the normal everyday replacement for 'river' in most contexts.

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