Firth: meaning, definitions and examples

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firth

 

[ fษœหrฮธ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

geographical feature

A firth is a term used in geography to describe a long, narrow inlet of the sea. This feature is typically surrounded by land, often with steep cliffs or hills, and connects to the open ocean. Firks are commonly found in coastal regions of Scotland, where the word originates. These inlets can provide harbors for ships and are often rich in marine biodiversity.

Synonyms

bay, estuary, inlet

Examples of usage

  • We sailed into the firth, enjoying the scenic views.
  • The wildlife in the firth was astonishing, with seals basking in the sun.
  • The firth was calm and tranquil, perfect for a day of fishing.

Translations

Translations of the word "firth" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น estuario

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเคฐเฅเคฅ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช ร„stuar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ estuari

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตัั‚ัƒะฐั€ั–ะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ujล›cie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆฒณๅฃ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท estuaire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ estuario

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท deltalar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•˜๊ตฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุตุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รบstรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ รบstie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฒณๅฃ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ estuarij

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ friรฐland

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐา“ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ”แƒ“แƒแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ deltalar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ estuario

Etymology

The term 'firth' originates from the Old Norse word 'fjวซrรฐr,' meaning a river, inlet, or bay. It is chiefly used in Scotland and the surrounding regions, reflecting the area's Viking heritage. The word has been in use since at least the 12th century, with its meaning deepening to emphasize the specific geographical characteristics of a narrow sea inlet. Firks are particularly significant in Scottish geography, where coastal landforms and tidal characteristics create unique ecological niches. Historically, many firths served as critical routes for trade and transportation between inland areas and the sea.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,006, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.