Der Ozean
Example: Der Ozean ist sehr groß und voller Fische.
Definition
"Der Ozean" refers to the vast body of salt water that covers most of the Earth's surface, playing a crucial role in global climate and supporting diverse marine life. It is often characterized by its immense size and depth.
Etymology
The word "der Ozean" comes from the Greek word 'okeanos,' which means a great river or sea believed to encircle the world. This term was adopted into German to describe the large saltwater bodies we now call oceans. Did you know that ancient Greeks imagined the ocean as a massive river surrounding the Earth?
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"Der Ozean" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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