How to Say "estuary" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “estuary” is “ría” — B2 level.
Examples
Las Rías Bajas de Galicia son famosas por sus paisajes.
The 'Rías Bajas' of Galicia are famous for their landscapes.
El agua de la ría es una mezcla de agua dulce y salada.
The water in the estuary is a mix of fresh and salt water.
Hay muchos barcos de pesca en la ría.
There are many fishing boats in the inlet.
A Feminine River?
While 'río' (river) is masculine, 'ría' is feminine. It describes a specific geographical feature where the ocean reaches into the land.
Not Just Any Mouth
A 'ría' is different from a normal river mouth because it is actually a valley that was drowned by rising sea levels.
Confusing 'Ría' with 'Río'
Mistake: “El ría es muy bonita.”
Correction: La ría es muy bonita. Remember that 'ría' is always feminine, unlike the word for river.
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