What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
septentrional
Example
The septentrional part of the country is known for its cold winters. [septentrional: adjective]
Example
The birds migrate in a septentrional direction during the winter months. [septentrional: adverb]
northern
Example
The northern part of the country is known for its beautiful landscapes. [northern: adjective]
Example
We are driving in a northern direction to reach our destination. [northern: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Northern is more commonly used than septentrional in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between septentrional and northern?
Septentrional is more formal than northern and is typically used in scientific or technical contexts.
