selva Definition
a tropical rainforest characterized by dense vegetation, high humidity, and high rainfall.
Using selva: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "selva" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The Amazon rainforest is the largest selva in the world.
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The selva is home to many unique species of plants and animals.
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The indigenous people of the selva have lived there for centuries.
selva Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for selva
- jungle
- rainforest
- tropical forest
Phrases with selva
Example
La selva amazónica es la más grande del mundo. (The Amazon rainforest is the largest selva in the world.)
selva negra
a type of German chocolate cake that originated in the Black Forest region
Example
I tried a delicious slice of selva negra at the bakery yesterday.
selva lacandona
a tropical rainforest located in the state of Chiapas, Mexico
Example
The selva lacandona is home to many indigenous communities.
Summary: selva in Brief
The term 'selva' [ˈselvə] refers to a tropical rainforest with dense vegetation, high humidity, and high rainfall. It is home to many unique species of plants and animals, and indigenous communities have lived there for centuries. 'Selva' can also refer to the jungle in Spanish, and 'selva negra' is a type of German chocolate cake.
