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norte

north

noun NOHR-teh Common
Travel & Places Geography

Usage Note

Norte is a masculine noun and is invariable in form. In Spanish, cardinal directions are usually lowercase except in formal geography: el norte de España ('northern Spain'). The derived adjective is norteño ('northern') and norteamericano means 'North American' (often specifically US).

Examples

"Viajaremos al norte del país."

Natural Translation

We will travel to the north of the country.

Literal Translation

We will travel to-the north of-the country

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