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el río

A large natural stream of water flowing in a channel to the sea, a lake, or another river.

/el ˈri.o/

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ترکیب‌های رایج

a orillas del río
cruzar el río
navegar el río
el río Bravo

اغلب اشتباه گرفته می‌شود با

el río در مقابل la ría
Rías are coastal inlets, typically V-shaped, formed by the partial submergence of a river valley. They are influenced by tides and are often wider and shorter than rivers. 'El río' refers to a natural stream of fresh water flowing to the sea, a lake, or another river.
el río در مقابل el arroyo
'El arroyo' refers to a small stream or brook, often seasonal. 'El río' refers to a larger, more permanent natural stream of water.
el río در مقابل el riachuelo
'El riachuelo' is a diminutive of 'río,' indicating a very small river or a creek. 'El río' implies a larger, more significant body of flowing water.
el río در مقابل el canal
'El canal' is an artificial waterway or a narrow natural passage connecting two bodies of water. 'El río' is a natural stream of water, not man-made.

الگوهای دستوری

el río caudaloso (the mighty river) a orillas del río (on the banks of the river) el río desborda (the river overflows)

نحوه استفاده

نکات کاربردی

When using 'el río' in Spanish, it's a masculine noun, so it always takes the masculine definite article 'el' or indefinite article 'un.' The plural form is 'los ríos.' It refers to a natural stream of water, typically larger than an 'arroyo' (stream or creek). The context usually clarifies the size, but generally, 'río' implies a significant waterway. For example, 'El río Amazonas es el más largo del mundo' (The Amazon River is the longest in the world). It can also be used metaphorically, such as 'un río de gente' (a river of people) to describe a large crowd, or 'el río de la vida' (the river of life) to speak about the flow of existence. When referring to specific rivers, the name often follows 'el río,' as in 'el río Nilo' (the Nile River). Ensure to use appropriate prepositions; for instance, 'nadar en el río' (to swim in the river) or 'cerca del río' (near the river).


اشتباهات رایج

A common mistake is confusing 'río' (river) with 'rido' or 'risa' (laughter). Another potential error is incorrectly gendering it as feminine, as 'río' is masculine. Remember the article 'el' to reinforce its masculine gender. Also, be careful with the pronunciation of the 'í', ensuring it's clearly articulated. Some learners might also try to pluralize it incorrectly; the plural is 'los ríos'. Pay attention to the accent mark on the 'i' which indicates the stress and prevents it from being pronounced as a diphthong.

نکات

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Usage in common phrases

El río Nilo es el más largo de África. (The Nile River is the longest in Africa.)
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Gender and articles

'Río' is a masculine noun, so it uses the masculine definite article 'el' (the) and indefinite article 'un' (a/an).
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Related terms

Some related terms include 'la orilla' (the bank/shore), 'el cauce' (the riverbed/channel), and 'la desembocadura' (the mouth of a river).

ریشه کلمه

From Latin 'rivus', meaning 'stream' or 'brook'. It shares roots with English words like 'river' and 'rivulet'.

بافت فرهنگی

In Spanish-speaking cultures, 'el río' (the river) often holds significant cultural and historical importance. Rivers have been vital for the development of civilizations, providing water for agriculture, transportation, and sustenance. Many cities and towns are established along rivers, and these waterways frequently become central to local folklore, legends, and traditional songs. For instance, the Amazon River in South America is not just a geographical feature but a powerful symbol in indigenous cultures, associated with creation myths and spiritual beliefs. Similarly, rivers in Spain, like the Guadalquivir or the Ebro, have played crucial roles in the country's history, from Roman times through the Moorish period and beyond, influencing art, literature, and regional identities. The river can represent life, change, time, and boundaries in cultural expressions.

راهنمای حفظ

Associate 'el río' with 'river'. Imagine a 'rio' grande, flowing majestically.

خودت رو بسنج

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El __________ es una corriente natural de agua que fluye hacia el mar.

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Navegamos en una barca por el __________.

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La ciudad está situada a orillas del __________.

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