firth
Firth (noun) means a narrow inlet of the sea, especially in Scotland, or a river estuary. Example: “The ferry crossed the Firth of Forth on its way to Edinburgh.”
How to use firth
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA sea inlet or river mouth, mostly used in Scottish place names.
Word forms
firths plural, Firths plural
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The ferry crossed the _____ of Forth on its way to Edinburgh.
Etymology
From Scots firth, related to Old Norse fjǫrðr; a doublet of the word fjord.
Rhymes for firth
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What does “firth” mean?
The word “firth” means a narrow inlet of the sea, especially in Scotland, or a river estuary. In plain terms, a sea inlet or river mouth, mostly used in Scottish place names.
How do you pronounce “firth”?
“Firth” is pronounced furth (/fɝθ/ in IPA).
How do you use “firth” in a sentence?
Here is “firth” used in a sentence: “The ferry crossed the Firth of Forth on its way to Edinburgh.”
What part of speech is “firth”?
“Firth” is a noun.
Where does the word “firth” come from?
The word “firth” comes from Old Norse. From Scots firth, related to Old Norse fjǫrðr; a doublet of the word fjord.
Is “firth” a common word?
“Firth” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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