Bosque (en. Forest)

/ˈbos.ke/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Natural area where trees predominantly grow.

Example Sentence: The Amazon forest is known for its biodiversity.

El bosque amazónico es conocido por su biodiversidad.

Definition: Group of trees that grow together.

Example Sentence: Let's take a walk in the forest near home.

Vamos a dar un paseo por el bosque cerca de casa.

Definition: Natural space that serves as a habitat for many species.

Example Sentence: The forest is home to many wild animals.

El bosque es el hogar de numerosos animales salvajes.

Etymology/Origin: Derives from Latin *boscus*, which means 'forest' or 'thicket'.

Phrase: take a walk through the forest

Meaning: Taking a walk in a wooded area.

dar un paseo por el bosque

Phrase: get lost in the forest

Meaning: Not finding the way in a wooded area.

perderse en el bosque

Phrase: talk about the forest

Meaning: Discussing nature and the environment.

hablar del bosque

Related Word: tree

Description: Large, perennial plant that provides shade and wood.

arbol

Related Word: jungle

Description: Dense, humid forest, typically tropical.

selva

Related Word: ecosystem

Description: Set of organisms and their natural environment.

ecosistema

Meaning: A remote or lonely place.

Example: I feel like I’m in a forest when I'm in this country house.

Me siento en un bosque cuando estoy en esta casa de campo.

Meaning: A confusing or complicated situation.

Example: I was so lost in the project that it seemed like a forest.

Estaba tan perdido en el proyecto que parecía un bosque.