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South America Vocabulary
along
along
[předložka]

used to indicate the placement or arrangement of things next to a long surface or line

podél, vedle

podél, vedle

Ex: There are beautiful parks along the river. 
coast
coast
[Podstatné jméno]

the land close to a sea, ocean, or lake

pobřeží, břeh

pobřeží, břeh

Ex: The coast was full of seashells and small pebbles. 
to stretch
to stretch
[sloveso]

to cover a significant distance or expanse

rozprostírat se, táhnout se

rozprostírat se, táhnout se

Ex: The wheat fields stretch for miles across the countryside. 
tip
tip
[Podstatné jméno]

the pointed or extreme end of an object

špička, hrot

špička, hrot

Ex: The tip of the pencil broke off while she was writing. 
despite
despite
[předložka]

used to show that something happened or is true, even though there was a difficulty or obstacle that might have prevented it

navzdory, přestože

navzdory, přestože

Ex: The business thrived despite the economic downturn. 
on average
on average
[Příslovce]

used to describe the typical or average value or amount based on a set of data or observations

v průměru

v průměru

Ex: On average, students spend about two hours a day on homework. 
geography
geography
[Podstatné jméno]

the way the land, water, and other natural parts of an area are shaped and arranged

geografie, geografická konfigurace

geografie, geografická konfigurace

Ex: The geography of the island made it hard to build roads. 
landscape
landscape
[Podstatné jméno]

an area of scenery visible in a single view

krajina, panoráma

krajina, panoráma

Ex: The hikers admired the mountain landscape at sunrise. 
fascinating
fascinating
[Přídavné jméno]

extremely interesting or captivating

fascinující, poutavý

fascinující, poutavý

Ex: The history of ancient civilizations is endlessly fascinating to archaeologists. 
civilization
civilization
[Podstatné jméno]

a society that has developed its own culture and institutions in a particular period of time or place

civilizace, společnost

civilizace, společnost

Ex: Ancient Egypt is considered one of the greatest civilizations in history. 
colonization
colonization
[Podstatné jméno]

the act of taking control of another country and sending people to settle there

kolonizace

kolonizace

Ex: The colonization of the Americas by European powers began in the 15th century. 
independence
independence
[Podstatné jméno]

the state of being free from the control of others

nezávislost, autonomie

nezávislost, autonomie

Ex: The country gained its independence after years of colonial rule. 
arrival
arrival
[Podstatné jméno]

the act of arriving at a place from somewhere else

příjezd, příchod

příjezd, příchod

Ex: The train's arrival was announced on the station's loudspeaker. 
indigenous
indigenous
[Přídavné jméno]

relating to the original inhabitants of a particular region or country, who have distinct cultural, social, and historical ties to that land

domorodý,  původní

domorodý, původní

Ex: The government implemented policies to protect the rights and traditions of indigenous peoples living in remote areas. 
capital
capital
[Podstatné jméno]

the city or town that is considered to be the political center of a country or state, from which the government operates

hlavní město

hlavní město

Ex: Washington, D.C. is the capital of the United States. 
struggle
struggle
[Podstatné jméno]

a confrontation or clash between opposing groups or individuals

konflikt, střet

konflikt, střet

Ex: There was a struggle between the rival gangs in the alley. 
founder
founder
[Podstatné jméno]

someone who starts or creates something like a company or organization

zakladatel, zakladatelka

zakladatel, zakladatelka

Ex: She is the founder of a successful tech startup. 
natural wonder
natural wonder
[Podstatné jméno]

a remarkable natural feature or phenomenon that is extraordinary or awe-inspiring

přírodní div, pozoruhodný přírodní úkaz

přírodní div, pozoruhodný přírodní úkaz

Ex: The Grand Canyon is considered a natural wonder. 
diverse
diverse
[Přídavné jméno]

showing a variety of distinct types or qualities

různorodý, rozmanitý

různorodý, rozmanitý

Ex: The team consisted of individuals from diverse backgrounds, bringing a range of experiences and perspectives to the table. 
sight
sight
[Podstatné jméno]

places that tourists are interested in, particularly those with historical, cultural, or natural significance

památky,  turistické atrakce

památky, turistické atrakce

Ex: Exploring the sights of a new city is an essential part of experiencing its culture and history firsthand. 
salt flat
salt flat
[Podstatné jméno]

a flat expanse of salt left by the evaporation of a body of salt water

solné jezero, slaná pláň

solné jezero, slaná pláň

volcano
volcano
[Podstatné jméno]

a mountain with an opening on its top, from which melted rock and ash can be pushed out into the air

sopka, sopečná hora

sopka, sopečná hora

Ex: The volcano erupted, sending ash into the sky. 
geyser
geyser
[Podstatné jméno]

a natural hot spring that periodically erupts with a column of boiling water and steam due to underground volcanic activity

gejzír, přírodní horký pramen

gejzír, přírodní horký pramen

Ex: Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park is one of the most famous geysers, erupting regularly with impressive displays. 
to dominate
to dominate
[sloveso]

to be the most noticeable or influential person or thing in a situation

dominovat, převyšovat

dominovat, převyšovat

Ex: The star player dominated the game, scoring the most points. 
towering
towering
[Přídavné jméno]

having an impressive height

působivý, obrovský

působivý, obrovský

Ex: The towering skyscraper dominated the city’s skyline. 
opportunity
opportunity
[Podstatné jméno]

a situation or a chance where doing or achieving something particular becomes possible or easier

příležitost, šance

příležitost, šance

Ex: Moving to the city presented her with the opportunity to pursue her dream career in fashion. 
peak
peak
[Podstatné jméno]

the pointed top of a mountain

vrchol, špička

vrchol, špička

Ex: The climbers reached the peak of Mount Everest after weeks of strenuous effort. 
glacier
glacier
[Podstatné jméno]

a large mass of ice that forms over long periods of time, especially in polar regions or high mountains

ledovec, trvalý led

ledovec, trvalý led

Ex: Scientists study glaciers to understand the effects of climate change on ice melt and sea-level rise. 
destination
destination
[Podstatné jméno]

the place where someone or something is headed

cíl

cíl

Ex: After a long day of hiking, reaching the mountaintop felt like a triumph and a well-deserved destination. 
adventurer
adventurer
[Podstatné jméno]

a person who searchers for and enjoys taking risks, particularly in unfamiliar or dangerous situations

dobrodruh, objevitel

dobrodruh, objevitel

Ex: The adventurer set off to explore the uncharted jungle. 
wild
wild
[Přídavné jméno]

located in a dismal or remote area; desolate

divoký, opuštěný

divoký, opuštěný

mountain range
mountain range
[Podstatné jméno]

a group of mountains or hills in a line

horský hřeben, pohoří

horský hřeben, pohoří

Ex: The Himalayas are the highest mountain range in the world. 
coastline
coastline
[Podstatné jméno]

the boundary between land and water, particularly as seen on a map or from above

pobřeží, pobřežní čára

pobřeží, pobřežní čára

Ex: The rugged coastline stretched for miles. 
penguin
penguin
[Podstatné jméno]

a large black-and-white seabird that lives in the Antarctic, and can not fly but uses its wings for swimming

tučňák, antarktický pták

tučňák, antarktický pták

Ex: During their trip to the aquarium, they witnessed penguins diving gracefully in the water. 
seal
seal
[Podstatné jméno]

a large sea animal with flippers that eats fish, can live on land and in water, and is hunted by humans for its fur

tuleň, lachtany

tuleň, lachtany

Ex: The seal lounged lazily on the rocky shore, basking in the warm sunlight. 
sense
sense
[Podstatné jméno]

an overall, conscious recognition or understanding of a situation, feeling, or environment

smysl, pocit

smysl, pocit

Ex: She had the sense of being a political outsider. 
to blend
to blend
[sloveso]

to combine different substances together

míchat, kombinovat

míchat, kombinovat

Ex: The chef blended various spices to create a flavorful sauce. 
to [take] place

to occur at a specific time or location

Ex: The wedding will take place in a beautiful garden by the lake. 
folk dance
folk dance
[Podstatné jméno]

a traditional dance passed through generations, often tied to a specific culture or region

lidový tanec, tradiční tanec

lidový tanec, tradiční tanec

Ex: They performed a English folk dance at the festival. 
courtship
courtship
[Podstatné jméno]

the period of time when two people are getting to know each other romantically with the intention of getting married

zásnuby, dvoření

zásnuby, dvoření

Ex: Their courtship was marked by romantic gestures and long walks in the park. 
costume
costume
[Podstatné jméno]

the popular fashion including hairstyle, clothes, etc. particular to a country or class

kostým, tradiční oděv

kostým, tradiční oděv

Ex: The museum exhibit showcased traditional costumes from various regions of the world. 
cuisine
cuisine
[Podstatné jméno]

a method or style of cooking that is specific to a country or region

kuchyně

kuchyně

Ex: They sampled a variety of Asian cuisine, including sushi, dim sum, and curry. 
to marinate
to marinate
[sloveso]

to soak food in a seasoned liquid, typically containing oil, vinegar, herbs, and spices, to enhance its flavor and softness before cooking

marinovat, nakládat

marinovat, nakládat

Ex: She marinates the chicken in a mixture of lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for several hours before grilling it. 
citrus
citrus
[Podstatné jméno]

any fruit with a sour taste, such as oranges, limes, and tangerines

citrus, kyselé ovoce

citrus, kyselé ovoce

Ex: He squeezed fresh lemon juice into his water, enjoying the tangy taste of the citrus. 
stew
stew
[Podstatné jméno]

a dish of vegetables or meat cooked at a low temperature in liquid in a closed container

dušené maso, guláš

dušené maso, guláš

Ex: She simmered a hearty beef stew on the stove, filling the kitchen with mouthwatering aromas. 
hard-boiled egg
hard-boiled egg
[Podstatné jméno]

an egg boiled gently until both the white and the yolk solidify

vejce natvrdo

vejce natvrdo

landmark
landmark
[Podstatné jméno]

a structure or a place that is historically important

památka, historické místo

památka, historické místo

Ex: The Great Wall of China is a remarkable landmark that stretches across thousands of miles and has stood for centuries. 
mysterious
mysterious
[Přídavné jméno]

difficult or impossible to comprehend or explain

tajemný, záhadný

tajemný, záhadný

Ex: The disappearance of the ancient civilization remains mysterious, as archaeologists continue to uncover clues but struggle to piece together the full story. 
statue
statue
[Podstatné jméno]

a large object created to look like a person or animal from hard materials such as stone, metal, or wood

socha, plastika

socha, plastika

Ex: The city square was adorned with a majestic statue of a heroic figure from its history. 
to carve
to carve
[sloveso]

to shape or create by cutting or sculpting, often using tools or a sharp instrument

vyřezávat, tesat

vyřezávat, tesat

Ex: He carved intricate patterns into the stone to create a decorative monument. 
inhabitant
inhabitant
[Podstatné jméno]

a person or animal that resides in a particular place

obyvatel, rezident

obyvatel, rezident

Ex: The city has over a million inhabitants, making it one of the largest in the country. 
to puzzle
to puzzle
[sloveso]

to confuse someone, often by presenting something mysterious or difficult to understand

zmást, uvést do rozpaků

zmást, uvést do rozpaků

Ex: The riddle puzzles her. 
historian
historian
[Podstatné jméno]

someone who studies or records historical events

historik, dějepisec

historik, dějepisec

Ex: The historian spent years researching ancient Roman battles. 
massive
massive
[Přídavné jméno]

extremely large or heavy

masivní, obrovský

masivní, obrovský

Ex: The museum displayed a massive dinosaur skeleton. 
natural resource
natural resource
[Podstatné jméno]

resources (actual and potential) supplied by nature

přírodní zdroj, přírodní zdroj

přírodní zdroj, přírodní zdroj

copper
copper
[Podstatné jméno]

a metallic chemical element that has a red-brown color, primarily used as a conductor in wiring

měď, červený kov

měď, červený kov

Ex: Copper is valued for its high electrical conductivity, which makes it ideal for wiring in electrical systems. 
copper mine
copper mine
[Podstatné jméno]

a mine where copper is dug from the ground

měděný důl

měděný důl

stable
stable
[Přídavné jméno]

remaining constant or steady over time

stabilní, konstantní

stabilní, konstantní

Ex: His health condition has been stable for the past few months. 
standard of living

the level of wealth, welfare, comfort, and necessities available to an individual, group, country, etc.

Ex: Improved infrastructure and healthcare services have contributed to a higher standard of living in urban areas. 
vineyard
vineyard
[Podstatné jméno]

a piece of land on which grapes are grown to make wine

vinice

vinice

Ex: They visited a vineyard in France to learn about winemaking. 
cubic meter
cubic meter
[Podstatné jméno]

a metric unit of volume or capacity equal to 1000 liters

kubický metr, metr krychlový

kubický metr, metr krychlový

kayak
kayak
[Podstatné jméno]

a type of boat that is light and has an opening in the top in which the paddler sits

kajak, kajakový člun

kajak, kajakový člun

Ex: They rented a kayak for a day of exploring the scenic coastline and hidden coves. 
to locate
to locate
[sloveso]

to be situated or established in a particular place

nacházet se, být umístěn

nacházet se, být umístěn

Ex: The museum is located near the river. 
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