isthmus
Translation
isthmus
Examples
The Isthmus of Panama connects two continents.
The Isthmus of Panama connects two continents.
An isthmus is a narrow strip of land.
An isthmus is a narrow strip of land.
Grammar Patterns
an isthmus a narrow strip of land An isthmus is a narrow strip of land.
the Isthmus of ((place)) the isthmus located at (place) The Isthmus of Panama connects two continents.
Similar Words
Synonyms: land bridge, neck of land; Antonyms: strait, channel
Etymology
From Ancient Greek 'isthmos', meaning 'neck', referring to a neck of land.
Memory Tips
The 'th' is often silent, pronounced like 'is-muss'. Imagine a land 'neck' that you 'must' cross to get to the other side.