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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Starters 2
north [noun]

the direction on our left when we watch the sunrise

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south [noun]

the direction on our right when we watch the sunrise

Ex: The compass pointed toward the south , guiding their path .
east [noun]

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

Ex: The winds were blowing from the east , bringing a change in weather .
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 often associated with notions of freedom and adventure .

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

Ex: Asia is the largest continent and is home to many ancient civilizations .
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 is home to some of the world 's oldest universities and prestigious educational institutions .
European [adjective]

related to Europe or its people

Ex: She bought a beautiful piece of European pottery as a souvenir .
Asia [noun]

the largest continent in the world

Ex: Japan is a country in Asia famous for its technology , anime , and cherry blossoms .
Asian [adjective]

related to Asia or its people or culture

Ex: Asian landscapes range from breathtaking mountains to stunning beaches .
Africa [noun]

the second largest continent

Ex: Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest peak in Africa .
African [adjective]

related to Africa, its people, or culture

Ex: Nelson Mandela was a well-respected African leader who fought for equality .