Translation of Romanian word "râu" to English
râu
/rəu/
Meaning
NounA large and often winding stream which drains a land mass, carrying water down from higher areas to a lower point, oftentimes ending in another body of water, such as an ocean or in an inland sea.
How to use
A medium to large river. Use 'pârâu' for streams and 'fluviu' for major rivers. Common vocabulary item used in everyday spoken and written Romanian across formal and informal registers.
🇬🇧 English
river
Example
Râul curge prin mijlocul orașului.
The river flows through the middle of the city.
Ea înoată râul
She swims river
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Common phrases
- pe malul râului— on the river bank
- râu curgător— flowing river
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What does the Romanian word "râu" mean?▼
The Romanian word "râu" means "river" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Râul curge prin mijlocul orașului." (which translates as "The river flows through the middle of the city.").
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