🇩🇪German Source WordCode: DE

migratorisch

Pronunciation / Transliteration: mee-gra-tor-ish

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Migratory/ˈmaɪ.ɡrə.tɔːr.i/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇩🇪 Example Sentence in German:

"Die migratorischen Vögel kehren im Frühling zurück."

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2 senses
As adjective
  1. 1

    Relating to or characterized by migration.

    "The migratory patterns of birds are fascinating to observe each spring."
  2. 2

    Moving from one region to another, often in search of food or breeding grounds.

    "Many species of fish are migratory, traveling long distances to spawn."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'migratory' originates from the Latin word 'migratorius', which is derived from 'migrare', meaning 'to move from one place to another'. The word evolved through Middle English, reflecting the movement of people and animals across regions, particularly in the context of seasonal changes.

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