eastern
gb/ˈistɚn/ us/ˈistɚn/
A2
Englanti
~ 2200
Merkitykset
0 merkitystä
adjective
A2
property
1
Situated in or toward the east
In or from the east part of a place or area.
Käyttömalli:
[eastern] [place/region/country]
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners sometimes confuse 'eastern' (adjective) with 'east' (noun/adverb). 'Eastern' describes location or origin, not direction of movement.
Synonyymit
eastward (Usually used for direction of movement rather than fixed location.)
Antonyymit
western (Refers to being located in or facing the west, opposite of east.)
Kollokaatiot
eastern coast
|eastern side
|eastern border
|eastern region
|eastern horizon
Teemat
geography
|directions
|travel
|space
|core_vocabulary
Esimerkit
- The eastern coast of the country is known for its beautiful beaches.
- Our hotel room has an eastern view of the mountains.
- The eastern side of the island gets more rain.
- They live in the eastern part of the city.
- The eastern horizon began to glow with the sunrise.
Oppijaesimerkit
- My house is in the eastern part of town.
- The sun comes up on the eastern side.
- We went to the eastern coast for vacation.
- She lives in the eastern city near the sea.
adjective
B1
property
2
Relating to Eastern cultures or regions
About the culture, people, or traditions from Asia or the Middle East.
Käyttömalli:
[eastern] [culture/tradition/religion]
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners may overgeneralize and use 'eastern' for any place eastward, even when referring specifically to cultural context. Clarify whether talking about geography or culture.
Synonyymit
Oriental (Older term; now often avoided due to outdated or offensive connotations.)
Antonyymit
Western (Refers to cultures and traditions of Europe and North America, opposite in cultural sense.)
Kollokaatiot
Eastern philosophy
|Eastern religion
|Eastern medicine
|Eastern cuisine
Teemat
culture
|society
|history
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Esimerkit
- Eastern philosophy emphasizes harmony and balance.
- She specializes in Eastern medicine practices.
- We enjoyed an evening of Eastern cuisine and music.
- Eastern religions often involve meditation and mindfulness.
Oppijaesimerkit
- Eastern food is very tasty.
- I like Eastern music.
- He studies Eastern history at school.
- We saw an Eastern dance show.
Kielioppi
Sanakirjamuoto
eastern
IPA
GB/ˈistɚn/
US/ˈistɚn/
Tavut ja painotus
east - ern (2 tavua)
Stress on 1st syllable (east)
Taivutusmuodot
Adjective
- Base: eastern
Sanaperhe
Ilmaukset
Eastern Europe
1/ˈistɚn jˈʊɹəp/
fixed phrase
Region in eastern Europe
The part of Europe that is in the east.
Esimerkit
- Many countries in Eastern Europe joined the EU in 2004.
- Eastern Europe has a rich and diverse history.
Eastern Seaboard
1/ˈistɚn sˈibˌɔɹd/
fixed phrase
Coastal region along US east coast
The east coast area of the United States.
Esimerkit
- Hurricanes often affect cities along the Eastern Seaboard.
- Many major ports are located on the Eastern Seaboard.
Eastern time
1/ˈistɚn tˈaɪm/
fixed phrase
US East Coast time zone
The time zone for the east coast of the United States.
Esimerkit
- The meeting is scheduled for 3 p.m. Eastern time.
- Flights to New York follow Eastern time schedules.