rivers
word · lemma: river
/ˈɹɪvɝz/
RI-vurz
/ɹˈɪvəz/
RI-vuhz
Definition
Large natural streams of water that flow across the land and usually empty into a sea or lake. "Rivers" is the plural form, meaning more than one river.
Usage & Nuances
"Rivers" is always plural. Often appears with adjectives like 'large', 'fast-flowing', or phrases like 'the world's great rivers'. Don't confuse with 'streams' (smaller) or 'lakes' (still water). Common in geographic and environmental contexts.
Spanish: ríosPortuguese (BR): riosPortuguese (PT): riosChinese (Simplified): 河流Chinese (Traditional): 河流Hindi: नदियाँArabic: أنهارBengali: নদীসমূহ - নদীগুলিRussian: рекиJapanese: 川（かわ） - 河川（かせん）Vietnamese: những con sôngKorean: 강들Turkish: nehirlerUrdu: دریاںIndonesian: sungai-sungai
Example Sentences
There are many rivers in South America.
basic
Rivers flow from mountains to the sea.
basic
People use rivers for fishing and travel.
basic
The world's longest rivers are famous for their amazing wildlife.
natural
Some rivers flood every year when it rains a lot.
natural
Did you know that some rivers even flow underground?
natural