Seafaring Meaning in English

word

US

ˈsiˌfɛɹɪŋ

SEE-fair-ing

UK

sˈiːfeəɹɪŋ

SEE-fehr-ing

Definition

Related to traveling, working, or living on the sea, often referring to people, activities, or traditions involving ships and boats.

Usage & Nuances

'Seafaring' is formal and commonly describes people (seafaring nations, seafaring life), professions (seafaring people), or traditions. It is not used for short trips or swimming, but for lives or activities centered on the sea.

• Spanish: marinero - de navegación marítima
• Portuguese (BR): marítimo - de navegação
• Portuguese (PT): marítimo - de navegação
• Chinese (Simplified): 航海的 - 航海业
• Chinese (Traditional): 航海的 - 航海業
• Hindi: समुद्री यात्रा से जुड़ा
• Arabic: ملاحي بحري - متعلق بالبحر
• Bengali: সমুদ্রযাত্রা - নৌচালনা
• Russian: мореплавательный - морской (о жизни/традициях)
• Japanese: 航海の
• Vietnamese: hàng hải
• Korean: 항해의
• Turkish: denizcilik
• Urdu: سمندری سفر سے متعلق
• Indonesian: pelaut - kelautan

Example Sentences

The Vikings were known for their seafaring skills.

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She comes from a seafaring family.

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Many seafaring people spend months at sea.

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Ireland has a rich seafaring tradition dating back centuries.

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After years of seafaring, he finally decided to retire ashore.

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The movie follows the dangerous adventures of a seafaring crew.

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