river
word
/ˈɹɪvɝ/
RI-vur
/ˈɹɪvə/
RI-vuh
Definition
A river is a long, natural flow of water that moves across land and usually empties into a lake, sea, or another river.
Usage & Nuances
Use 'river' for a large natural waterway; smaller ones are often called 'stream' or 'creek'. Common combinations include 'cross a river', 'river bank', and 'river water'.
Spanish: ríoPortuguese (BR): rioPortuguese (PT): rioChinese (Simplified): 河 - 河流Chinese (Traditional): 河 - 河流Hindi: नदीArabic: نهرBengali: নদীRussian: рекаJapanese: 川Vietnamese: sôngKorean: 강Turkish: nehirUrdu: دریاIndonesian: sungai
Example Sentences
The river is very wide here.
basic
We walked along the river after lunch.
basic
There is a bridge over the river.
basic
We found a nice little café by the river.
natural
The kids were throwing rocks into the river.
natural
That town sits right on the river.
natural