Starters 2 - Directions & Continents

Here you will learn some English words about directions and continents, such as "west", "European", and "Africa", prepared for starter level students.

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north

[noun]

the direction on our left when we watch the sunrise

Ex: Canada is located to the north of the United States.

south

[noun]

the direction on our right when we watch the sunrise

Ex: The sun rises in the east and sets in the south during the summer.

east

[noun]

the direction from which the sun rises, which is on the right side of a person facing north

Ex: The wind is blowing from the east today.

west

[noun]

the direction toward which the sun goes down, which is on the left side of a person facing north

Ex: The west is home to vast deserts, rolling plains, and majestic mountain ranges.

continent

[noun]

any of the large land masses of the earth surrounded by sea such as Europe, Africa or Asia

Ex: Africa is the second-largest continent in the world.

Europe

[noun]

the second smallest continent‌, next to Asia in the east, the Atlantic Ocean in the west, and the Mediterranean Sea in the south

Ex: Europe has a well-developed transportation system.

European

[Adjective]

related to Europe or its people

Ex: European architecture is known for its stunning cathedrals and castles.

Asia

[noun]

the largest continent in the world

Ex: Asia is home to various religions, including Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam.

Asian

[Adjective]

related to Asia or its people or culture

Ex: Asian countries like China, Japan, and South Korea are known for their advancements in technology.

Africa

[noun]

the second largest continent

Ex: Africa is known for its diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, and giraffes.

African

[Adjective]

related to Africa, its people, or culture

Ex: African clothing is known for its vibrant patterns and intricate designs.

Starters 2
Movement	Let's …	Countries & Nationalities	Directions & Continents
Months	Common Adverbs	Adverbs of Place	Adverbs of Manner & Degree
Adverbs of Time & Frequency	Subject Pronouns	Object Pronouns	Reflexive Pronouns
Common Pronouns	Other Pronouns	Other Adverbs	Common Prepositions
Other Prepositions	Possessive Determiners	Determiners & Articles

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