región
“región” means “region” in Spanish (geographical or political area).
region, area
Also: territory, zone
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Esta es la región más seca del país, casi nunca llueve.
A1This is the driest region of the country; it almost never rains.
El gobierno anunció nuevas políticas para la región sur.
A2The government announced new policies for the southern region.
Sentí una molestia en la región lumbar después de levantar la caja.
B1I felt a discomfort in the lumbar area after lifting the box.
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Quick Quiz: región
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Which sentence correctly uses the word 'región'?
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The word comes directly from the Latin word *regio*, which meant 'direction, line, or boundary,' and eventually came to mean 'territory' or 'district.'
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'región' only used for large geographic areas?
No. While it most commonly refers to large political or geographical territories (like 'the Andean region'), it can also describe smaller, specific areas of the body or a smaller zone in a city, similar to how English uses 'area' (e.g., 'the chest region').
How is 'región' different from 'país' (country)?
'País' refers to an independent, sovereign nation. 'Región' refers to a section of land defined by shared characteristics (climate, culture, administration), which may be a part of one country or spread across several.