sahara
/səˈhɑːrə/
B1 · Intermediate★★☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
a very large, hot desert in Africa
When to Use
✈️Travel English📰News & Media
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“The Sahara is the largest hot desert in the world.”
“We plan to travel across the Sahara next winter.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
The largest hot desert in the world, covering most of North Africa, known for its vast sand dunes and extreme temperatures.
“The Sahara Desert spans over 9 million square kilometers across several countries.”
Related Words
Synonyms:
desert
Word Family:
Saharan