hemisphere
/ˈhemɪsfɪə/ · /ˈhemɪsfɪr/
CEFR level C1Topic NatureWord #5762 in the learning path
地球的半球
Definitions
n. one half of the Earth
地球的半球
n. either of the two halves of the brain
大脑半球
Example
Australia lies in the southern hemisphere, far from Europe.
澳大利亚位于南半球，离欧洲很远。
Seasonal differences between the northern and southern hemispheres influence global tourism patterns throughout the year.
南北半球的季节差异全年都影响着全球旅游模式。
Collocations
- northern hemisphere
- southern hemisphere
- left hemisphere
Word family
- hemispheric (adj.)
- hemispherical (adj.)
Usage tip
地理中指地球的一半，也可指大脑半球。
FAQ
- What does hemisphere mean?
- one half of the Earth either of the two halves of the brain
- How is hemisphere pronounced?
- UK /ˈhemɪsfɪə/, US /ˈhemɪsfɪr/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
