septentrional (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Adjective

Phonetic Transcription

/sɛp.tenˈtɾi.o.nal/

Translation Options into English

• Northern
• Of the north
• Related to the north

Meaning and Usage

The word "septentrional" refers to something that is situated in the northern part or relates to the north, especially in geographical and meteorological contexts. Its usage is more prevalent in written contexts, particularly in literature, academia, and formal descriptions of geography. While not exceedingly common in everyday conversation, it is understood within more specific contexts such as geography and climate.

Example Sentences

1. La región septentrional del país es conocida por su clima frío y sus hermosos paisajes.

2. The northern region of the country is known for its cold climate and beautiful landscapes.

3. Los vientos septentrionales traen temperaturas más bajas durante el invierno.

4. The northern winds bring cooler temperatures during the winter.

5. La cultura septentrional tiene influencias de las tradiciones indígenas locales.

6. The northern culture has influences from local indigenous traditions.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "septentrional" is not a common word in idiomatic expressions, it can be part of phrases when used in specific geographical contexts, often paired with other terms related to geography or culture.

Example Idiomatic Sentences

1. En el hemisferio septentrional, los días son más cortos en invierno.

2. In the northern hemisphere, days are shorter in winter.

3. Su estilo de vida es muy diferente al de las regiones septentrionales del continente.

4. Their lifestyle is very different from that of the northern regions of the continent.

5. La fauna septentrional presenta características únicas adaptadas al frío.

6. The northern fauna presents unique characteristics adapted to the cold.

Etymology

The word "septentrional" comes from the Latin "septentrionalis," which is derived from "septentriones," meaning "the seven plough oxen." This term was used in ancient times to refer to the constellation of the Great Bear, which is associated with the northern sky.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Norteño (more common in everyday language) - Boreal

Antonyms: - Meridional (southern) - Austral (southern, pertaining to the south)