savannah

[US]/sə'vænə/
[UK]/səˈvænə/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. (in tropical and subtropical regions) a treeless grassy plain.

Phrases & Collocations

African savannah

vast savannah plains

Example Sentences

pyrogenic factors affecting the fluctuation of the forest–savannah boundary.

It's another sweltering day in the savannah woodland of northern Australia and I'm sitting in the back of a dusty Landrover waiting to meet members of one of the country's most unusual military units.

The lioness prowled gracefully through the savannah.

The savannah stretched out as far as the eye could see.

Herds of zebras and wildebeests roam the savannah.

The acacia trees dot the savannah landscape.

The savannah ecosystem is home to diverse wildlife.

The savannah is characterized by its vast grasslands and scattered trees.

The cheetah is a swift predator of the savannah.

The Maasai people are known for their traditional way of life in the savannah.

The savannah climate is characterized by hot days and cool nights.

Safari tours offer visitors a chance to explore the savannah up close.

Real-world Examples

It was the Circle of Life, the way of the savannah.

Source: The Lion King (audiobook)

These elephants live in much smaller groups than their savannah cousins.

Source: BBC documentary "Our Planet"

This is the first study of African savannah elephants of its kind.

Source: VOA Special English: World

In savannah country, huge herds of game support prides containing 20 lions or more.

Source: BBC documentary "Our Planet"

The prairie and savannah animals here get to roam free within the park's boundaries.

Source: Vacation Travel City Guide: North America Edition

His message delivered, he turned and began to race over the savannah.

Source: The Lion King (audiobook)

But as the sun's light began to break over the savannah, life began to stir.

Source: The Lion King (audiobook)

Although it's not known for beaches, we have a lot of wetlands like swamps and natural savannah.

Source: American English dialogue

While nearly every animal in the savannah had come to greet their future king, there was someone missing.

Source: The Lion King (audiobook)

" So, what's first" ? Simba said, looking out at the savannah stretched before them.

Source: The Lion King (audiobook)

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