river
Translation
river
Examples
The River Thames flows through London.
The River Thames flows through London.
We went for a walk along the river.
We went for a walk along the river.
A bridge crosses the river.
A bridge crosses the river.
Grammar Patterns
the River ((Name)) used with the names of rivers The River Thames flows through London.
along the river following the path of the river We went for a walk along the river.
across the river from one side to the other A bridge crosses the river.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stream, brook, tributary
Etymology
From Old French 'riviere', from Latin 'riparia' (bank, shore), from 'ripa' (bank).
Memory Tips
A very common word. Picture a large body of water 'riving' or splitting the land as it flows to the sea.