Cool MateRegion
UK /["/ˈriːdʒən/"]/US /["/ˈriːdʒən/"]/
Definition
a large area of land, usually without exact limits or borders
In simple words: An area or part of a country or the world.
Examples
- The region is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich culture.
- Our company is expanding into the region to tap into new markets.
- Different regions of the country have distinct traditions.
- The Mediterranean region has a warm climate most of the year.
- She is responsible for overseeing the education policies in her region.
Usage notes
Use 'region' when discussing parts of countries or geographic areas. It's more formal than 'area' and is suitable for academic or professional contexts but not typically used in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
region + of + location
Memory hint
Think of 'region' as a 'rig' with an 'ion' — a space where distinct things are gathered.
Collocations
- large
- small
- entire
- inhabit
- live in
- occupy
- cover somebody/something
- across a/the region
- from a/the region
- in a/the region
- something varies from region to region
- large
- small
- entire
- inhabit
- live in
- occupy
- cover somebody/something
- across a/the region
- from a/the region
- in a/the region
- something varies from region to region
- distinct
- particular
- specific
- from a/the region
- in a/the region
- within a/the region
Synonyms
- approximately
Antonyms
- whole
- entirety
Common mistakes
- Confusing 'region' with 'regionally' as they are different parts of speech.
- 'Region' is often misused in singular form when referring to multiple areas, e.g., saying 'regions' instead of 'region'.