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South America Vocabulary - Venezuela

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landscape
landscape
[noun]

an area of scenery visible in a single view

Ex: The hikers admired the mountain landscape at sunrise. 
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wildlife
wildlife
[noun]

all wild animals, considered as a whole, living in the natural environment

Ex: The national park is home to a variety of wildlife, including bears and wolves. 
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population

the number of people who live in a particular city or country

Ex: As the population ages, there will be increasing strain on healthcare systems. 
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around the (world|globe)

in many different countries and regions of Earth

Ex: The company has offices around the world. 
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full of life
full of life
[phrase]

(of a place) characterized by constant activity, with people moving around, interacting, and creating a sense of liveliness

Ex: The city square is always full of life, with vendors selling their goods and people chatting. 
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to cover
to cover
[Verb]

(of an area) to extend over a specific distance

Ex: The grounds covered eight acres. 
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long ago
long ago
[Adverb]

at a time far in the past

Ex: They lived in the ancient city long ago. 
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indigenous
indigenous
[Adjective]

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

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

a social group united by shared ancestry, culture, or customs

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to declare

to officially tell people something

Ex: The country's leaders gathered to declare their independence from colonial rule. 
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independence

the state of being free from the control of others

Ex: The country gained its independence after years of colonial rule. 
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hero
hero
[noun]

a person who deserves great admiration for their bravery or good deeds

Ex: The firefighter was a hero for saving the children. 
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respected
respected
[Adjective]

admired and valued by others for one's qualities, achievements, or actions

Ex: He was a respected elder in the community, known for his wisdom and compassion. 
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plain
plain
[noun]

a vast area of flat land

Ex: The Great Plains in the United States stretch for miles, offering a stunning view of endless flatlands. 
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cattle
cattle
[noun]

large farm animals, such as cows and bulls, raised for meat, milk, or labor

Ex: The farmer owns a large herd of cattle. 
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to graze
to graze
[Verb]

(of sheep, cows, etc.) to feed on the grass in a field

Ex: The sheep were allowed to graze freely in the meadow. 
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rainforest

‌a thick, tropical forest with tall trees and consistently heavy rainfall

Ex: He spent his vacation hiking through the beautiful rainforest. 
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peak
peak
[noun]

the pointed top of a mountain

Ex: The climbers reached the peak of Mount Everest after weeks of strenuous effort. 
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natural wonder

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

Ex: The Grand Canyon is considered a natural wonder. 
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lively
lively
[Adjective]

(of music, movement, etc.) quick, spirited, and exciting

Ex: The band played a lively tune. 
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flatbread
flatbread
[noun]

flat and thin type of bread that contains no yeast

Ex: She made flatbread to serve with the hummus and vegetables. 
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cornmeal
cornmeal
[noun]

a type of flour made by grinding dried corn kernels

Ex: She used cornmeal to make the cornbread. 
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ingredient

a food item that forms part of a recipe or culinary mixture

Ex: Flour is the main ingredient in bread. 
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to surround

to be around something on all sides

Ex: The city is surrounded by beautiful countryside. 
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major
major
[Adjective]

serious and of great importance

Ex: The major issue facing the city is the lack of affordable housing. 
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oil industry

an industry that produces and delivers oil and oil products

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main
main
[Adjective]

having the highest level of significance or central importance

Ex: In the park, the main attraction is the large fountain in the center. 
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resource
resource
[noun]

(usually plural) a country's gas, oil, trees, etc. that are considered valuable and therefore can be sold to gain wealth

Ex: The country's natural resources include oil, natural gas, and minerals. 
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management

the process or act of organizing or managing a group of people or an organization

Ex: Effective management is crucial for ensuring that a team meets its goals and operates smoothly. 
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to suffer
to suffer
[Verb]

to experience and be affected by something bad or unpleasant

Ex: They suffered the consequences of their actions. 
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to go up
to go up
[Verb]

to increase in value, extent, amount, etc.

Ex: The demand for the product caused its price to go up. 
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to struggle

to put a great deal of effort to overcome difficulties or achieve a goal

Ex: He struggled to lift the heavy box onto the shelf, but with determination, he eventually succeeded. 
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conservation

the protection of the natural environment and resources from wasteful human activities

Ex: Conservation efforts are crucial to preserving endangered species and their habitats. 
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river basin

the entire geographical area drained by a river and its tributaries; an area characterized by all runoff being conveyed to the same outlet

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jaguar
jaguar
[noun]

a large wild animal belonging to the cat family with a yellow fur covered with black spots, native to Central and South America

Ex: With sleek muscles rippling beneath its spotted coat, the jaguar stalked its prey through the dense jungle. 
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otter
otter
[noun]

a carnivorous mammal of the weasel family that is covered in brown fur, could be either aquatic or semiaquatic

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to spot
to spot
[Verb]

to notice or see someone or something that is hard to do so

Ex: The hiker could spot the rare bird perched high in the trees. 
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macaw
macaw
[noun]

a large long-tailed parrot with colorful feathers and a long tail originally from Central and South America

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scarlet
scarlet
[Adjective]

having a bright red color

Ex: With a scarlet dress, she captivated the gala attendees as she gracefully entered the room. 
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to set up
to set up
[Verb]

to establish a fresh entity, such as a company, system, or organization

Ex: She set up a charity to support underprivileged children in the community. 
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national park

an area under the protection of a government, where people can visit, for its wildlife, beauty, or historical sights

Ex: The family spent their vacation hiking in a national park. 
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ecosystem
ecosystem
[noun]

a community of living organisms together with their physical environment, interacting as a system

Ex: Coral reefs are diverse ecosystems that support a wide range of marine life. 
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baseball
baseball
[noun]

a game played with a bat and ball by two teams of 9 players who try to hit the ball and then run around four bases before the other team can return the ball

Ex: Baseball is a popular sport in the United States. 
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lightning
lightning
[noun]

a bright flash, caused by electricity, in the sky or one that hits the ground from within the clouds

Ex: The sky lit up with a brilliant flash of lightning during the storm. 
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geography
geography
[noun]

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

Ex: The geography of the island made it hard to build roads. 
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phenomenon

an observable fact, event, or situation, often unusual or not yet fully explained

Ex: Northern lights are a spectacular natural phenomenon. 
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in person
in person
[Adverb]

in the flesh; without involving anyone else

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unforgettable
unforgettable
[Adjective]

so memorable that being forgotten is impossible

Ex: Their wedding day was an unforgettable celebration filled with love and joy. 
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