English vocabulary

Nature in English.

12 everyday nature words with pictures. Tap to hear each one in a British voice; choose your language from the menu to see each meaning.

tree
forest
desert
star
flower
leaf
moon
sea
mountain
rock
plant
river

About these nature words

These 12 words cover nature in everyday English, from tree and forest to river. Listen to each one in a British voice, say it aloud, then try the games below to lock it in.

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What are the most common English words for nature?

This page lists 12 everyday nature words in English: tree, forest, desert, star, flower, leaf, moon, sea, mountain, rock, plant, river. Each one has a picture and a British audio clip.

How can I learn nature vocabulary quickly?

Listen to each word, say it aloud, then use it in a sentence. Hearing a word and typing it in English Dictation, and spotting it in the phrasebook conversations, helps it stick.

Is this British or American English?

The audio is a British voice and the spelling is British (for example, colour). A few words differ in American English.

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