La selva tropical
Example: La selva tropical tiene muchos animales y plantas diferentes.
Definition
"La selva tropical" refers to a dense, warm, and humid forest typically found near the equator. It is characterized by high biodiversity, with many different animals and plants thriving in its lush environment.
Etymology
The term "la selva tropical" comes from Spanish, where "selva" means jungle or forest, and "tropical" relates to the tropics, the regions near the equator known for their warm climate. Did you know? The word "selva" has roots in Latin 'silva,' meaning forest or woods.
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"La selva tropical" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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