chiloe

Thân thiện

The ferry approaches the coast of Chiloe.

Definition

Noun 1. A geographical place name: Chiloe is the largest island belonging to Chile and the only one to have a significant permanent population. It is situated in the Pacific Ocean, off the south-central coast of mainland Chile.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The archipelago of Chiloe is known for its unique mythology and wooden churches.
  • We took a ferry from the mainland to visit Chiloe.
  • The culture of Chiloe has been influenced by both indigenous and Spanish traditions.

Advanced Usage

• "Chiloe Island": The full, formal name often used in geographical and travel contexts.
  • The wildlife on Chiloe Island is diverse and fascinating.
• "Chiloe Archipelago": Refers to the main island of Chiloe along with the many smaller islands surrounding it.
  • The Chiloe Archipelago comprises over 40 smaller islands.

Variants and Related Words

• Chilote (noun): A demonym for a person from Chiloe.
  • The Chilotes are known for their distinctive cuisine and folklore.

Synonyms

• Island (general term)
• Territory (general term)

Related Phrases

• Off the coast of Chile: A descriptive phrase indicating its location.
  • Chiloe is located off the coast of Chile in the Los Lagos Region.

Học thuật

Noun

1. the largest Chilean island and the only one to be settled; located off south-central Chile

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