fjord

Meanings

• noun

  A narrow inlet or deep bay, especially one between high cliffs or craggy shoreline.

  - "The fjord was surrounded by towering cliffs and lush greenery."
  - "The cruise ship sailed into the fjord, revealing stunning views of the glaciers."

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Pronunciation

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2. /fiˈɔɹd/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with fjord
cord , horde , lords , score

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Variants

List of all variants of fjord that leads to same result
fiord , fiords , fjord , fjords , Sogne Fjord , Larvik , Christiania , Kristiania , Oslo , Randers , Stavanger , Trondheim

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Etymology

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Old Norse fjordr, from fjordr ‘deep, fjord’.

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Trivia

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1. The longest fjord in the world is Scoresby Sund in Greenland.

2. Fjords are not actually inlets, but rather flooded valleys.

3. The word 'fjord' comes from the Old Norse word 'fjordr', which means 'deep'.

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Related Concepts

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1. fiord: An alternative spelling of 'fjord'

2. fjordland: A region characterized by fjords

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Culture

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Fjords are a defining feature of the Norwegian and Icelandic landscapes, and have been a source of inspiration for artists, writers, and musicians. They are also an important part of the local fishing industry.

How to Memorize "fjord"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a deep, narrow inlet surrounded by tall cliffs and water.

2. associate
   

   - Think of Norway or Iceland and their iconic fjords.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember: 'Fjords are for fish and fabulous views'

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