western
gb/wˈɛstɚn/ us/wˈɛstɚn/
A2
Kiingereza
~ 1400
Maana
maana 0
adjective
A2
relation
1
from or connected to the west
From or about the west part of a place or the world.
Muundo wa matumizi:
[western] [country/city/culture/etc.]
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes confuse 'western' with 'west'. 'Western' is an adjective, while 'west' can be a noun, adjective, or adverb.
Visawe
occidental (More formal and less common; often used in contrast with 'oriental'.)
Vinyume
eastern (Opposite direction or region.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
Western Europe
|Western world
|Western culture
|Western coast
Mada
geography
|culture
|space
|travel
Mifano
- Western Europe has a rich cultural history.
- The western coast is known for its beautiful sunsets.
- Many Western countries have democratic governments.
- She moved from a Western city to a small village.
- Western culture has influenced many parts of the world.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- I live in the western part of the city.
- The western sky turned red at sunset.
- We visited a western state on our trip.
- He likes Western food better than local food.
- The western road is closed today.
adjective
B1
property
2
relating to Western culture or values
About the way of life and ideas common in Europe and North America.
Muundo wa matumizi:
[western] [values/culture/traditions/etc.]
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners may confuse 'Western' as simply meaning 'west' geographically, without understanding its cultural meaning.
Visawe
Euro-American (Refers specifically to both European and American cultural influence; used mainly in academic contexts.)
Vinyume
Eastern (Refers to Asian or Middle Eastern cultures in contrast to Western ones.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
Western values
|Western lifestyle
|Western democracy
Mada
culture
|society
|core_vocabulary
|education
Mifano
- Western culture emphasizes individualism.
- The film explores the clash between Western and Eastern traditions.
- Western countries often have similar legal systems.
- Western art has influenced artists worldwide.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- I am learning about Western history.
- Western music is popular in many countries.
- Some people like Western clothes better than traditional ones.
- Western food is served here.
Nomino
B1
entity
3
movie or book set in the Old West
A movie, TV show, or book about cowboys and life in the American West long ago.
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners may confuse 'Western' as a noun with its adjective use. As a noun, it usually means a specific genre of film or literature.
Visawe
cowboy film (Informal; refers specifically to movies about cowboys.)
Vinyume
modern drama (Represents a contemporary rather than historical setting.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
classic Western
|spaghetti Western
|Western hero
Mada
entertainment
|history
|arts_entertainment
Mifano
- We watched a classic Western last night.
- He collects old Western novels.
- The director is famous for his modern take on the Western genre.
- That Western had an epic gunfight scene.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- I like to watch Westerns.
- This book is a Western.
- My father enjoys old Western movies.
- We saw a Western at the cinema.
Sarufi
Umbo la kamusi
western
IPA
GB/wˈɛstɚn/
US/wˈɛstɚn/
Silabi na mkazo
west - ern (silabi 2)
Stress on 1st syllable (west)
Maumbo ya neno
Adjective
- Base: western
Noun
- Base: western
- Plural: westerns
Familia ya neno
Forms
westerns
noun
Core family
west
noun/adverb/adjective A1
westerner
noun
Related words
Advanced or less common
westernize
verb
westernization
noun
Semi
spaghetti Western
1/spəɡˈɛti wˈɛstɚn/
fixed phrase
Italian-made western film genre
A Western movie made by Italian directors, often in the 1960s or 1970s.
Mifano
- He loves old spaghetti Westerns from Sergio Leone.
- Spaghetti Westerns often have dramatic music and long standoffs.
the Wild West
1/ðə wˈaɪld wˈɛst/
fixed phrase
lawless American frontier era
A time and place in the past in the western U.S. when there were few laws and many cowboys and outlaws.
Mifano
- Stories about the Wild West often include cowboys and sheriffs.
- He decorated his bar like something from the Wild West.
Western world
1/wˈɛstɚn wˈɚld/
fixed phrase
Europe and North America countries collectively
The countries of Europe and North America that have similar cultures and histories.
Mifano
- Fast food chains are common in the Western world.
- Education systems vary across the Western world.