southern
Translation
southern
Examples
She has a charming southern accent.
She has a charming southern accent.
They live in the southern part of the state.
They live in the southern part of the state.
Southern cooking is famous for its flavor.
Southern cooking is famous for its flavour.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) relating to the south a southern state
Similar Words
Synonyms: southerly; Antonyms: northern
Etymology
From 'south' + the adjectival suffix '-ern', as seen in 'western' and 'eastern'.
Memory Tips
Focus on the root word 'south'. The '-ern' ending simply turns the direction into a description.