Niagara

Pronunciation: /naɪˈæɡrə/

Definitions of Niagara

noun Niagara

Example Sentences

A1 Niagara Falls is a famous waterfall in North America.

A2 Tourists from around the world visit Niagara every year to see its beauty.

B1 The Niagara region is known for its vineyards and wineries.

B2 The power generated by the Niagara River is used to produce electricity.

C1 The Niagara Escarpment is a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.

C2 The geological history of Niagara is fascinating to study.

Examples of Niagara in a Sentence

formal Niagara Falls is a popular tourist destination known for its breathtaking beauty.

informal Let's plan a trip to Niagara this weekend!

slang Niagara is lit, we should totally go check it out.

figurative The amount of work piled up on my desk feels like a Niagara of tasks.

Grammatical Forms of Niagara

• past tense: Niagaraed
• plural: Niagaras
• comparative: more Niagara
• superlative: most Niagara
• present tense: Niagaras
• future tense: will Niagara
• perfect tense: have Niagaraed
• continuous tense: is Niagaraing
• singular: Niagara
• positive degree: Niagara
• infinitive: to Niagara
• gerund: Niagaraing
• participle: Niagaraed

Origin and Evolution of Niagara

First Known Use: 1678 year

Language of Origin: Iroquoian

Story behind the word: The word 'Niagara' is derived from the Iroquoian word 'Onguiaahra' meaning 'the strait' or 'thundering water'.

Evolution of the word: The word 'Niagara' has retained its original meaning as a reference to the famous waterfall located on the border of the United States and Canada. It has also been used to describe the surrounding region and has become synonymous with power and majesty.