Planicie (en. Plain)
/plaˈniθje/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Definition: Extensive and flat surface, without significant ups and downs.
Example Sentence: The plain extends as far as the eye can see.
La planicie se extiende hasta donde alcanza la vista.
Definition: Geographic region characterized by its leveling.
Example Sentence: The vast plains are ideal for agriculture.
Las grandes planicies son ideales para la agricultura.
Definition: Area of land that is at a relatively low altitude.
Example Sentence: The river's plain is a place of great biodiversity.
La planicie del río es un lugar de gran biodiversidad.
Etymology
Etymology/Origin: From Latin planitia, meaning flat surface.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Common Phrase: plain of life
Meaning: Phase of stability and calmness in life.
planicie de la vida
Common Phrase: walking through the plain
Meaning: Being in a moment of tranquility or ease.
andar por la planicie
Related Words
Related Word: flat
Description: Extensive and level terrain.
llano
Related Word: plateau
Description: Elevated and flat area.
meseta
Related Word: valley
Description: Depression of the land between mountains.
valle
Slang Meanings
Slang Meaning: It's said of something that is simple or easy.
Example: The task was so easy that it felt like a plain.
La tarea fue tan fácil que se sentía como una planicie.
Slang Meaning: Situation of stability without surprises.
Example: After months of hard work, I am now in a plain.
Después de meses de trabajo duro, ahora estoy en una planicie.