Polares (en. Polar)

/poˈlaɾes/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
It refers to the region of the planet that is related to the poles.
Polar bears are native to the Arctic regions.
Los osos polares son nativos de las regiones árticas.
Describes something that has opposing or contrasting characteristics.
Their opinions were so polar that they could not reach an agreement.
Sus opiniones eran tan polares que no podían llegar a un acuerdo.
In the scientific context, related to phenomena in polar areas.
The study of polar climate is crucial for understanding climate change.
El estudio del clima polar es crucial para entender el cambio climático.

Etymology

From Latin 'polaris', meaning 'belonging to the pole'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

polar points
It refers to the extreme points of a figure or situation.
puntos polares
polar theory
A concept that explains phenomena by considering the two extremes or poles of an idea.
teoría polar
polar climate
Characteristic climate of the coldest regions on the planet.
clima polar

Related Words

pole
Extreme of an axis, like north or south on Earth.
polo
poles
Plural of pole, referring to geographic extremes.
polos
polarize
To separate or divide into opposite extremes.
polarizar

Slang Meanings

Referring to extreme situations.
The debate on the topic became polar on social media.
El debate sobre el tema se volvió polar en redes sociales.