English–Spanish

“northern” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsonorteño

Pronunciation

IPA/boɾeˈal/

Example

El bosque boreal es hermoso.

The northern forest is beautiful.

Illustration for boreal (northern)

How to say “northern” in Spanish

“Northern” in Spanish is boreal.

Belonging to the north of a territory or to traits of northern latitudes.

Full entry for boreal: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with boreal

Quiero ver la aurora boreal este invierno.

I want to see the northern lights this winter.

Tips for using boreal

  • A direct cognate of English boreal, but it appears mainly in formal or scientific registers rather than in casual conversation.

Other Spanish words for “northern”

Mi amigo es norteño.

My friend is from the northern part of the country.

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