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maremma: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples

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UK/məˈrɛmə/US/məˈrɛmə/

Formal, Geographic, Technical (in contexts of geography, agriculture, or Italian culture)

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What does “maremma” mean?

A marshy or swampy coastal region.

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Definition

Meaning and Definition

A marshy or swampy coastal region.

A low-lying, marshy area along the western coast of central Italy, known historically for its malarial swamps, cattle breeding (Maremmana cattle), and Maremma sheepdogs. The term may be used more generically to describe similar marshy landscapes elsewhere.

Dialectal Variation

British vs American Usage

Differences

No significant differences in meaning. The word is equally rare in both varieties.

Connotations

Associated with Italian geography, agriculture, and possibly history/travel.

Frequency

Extremely low frequency in both. Slightly more likely to be encountered in British texts discussing European geography or history.

Grammar

How to Use “maremma” in a Sentence

[geographic name]: the Maremma[common noun]: a desolate maremma

Vocabulary

Collocations

strong
the MaremmaMaremma regionMaremma sheepdog
medium
coastal maremmamarshy maremmaMaremma cattle
weak
wild maremmaItalian maremmabeautiful maremma

Examples

Examples of “maremma” in a Sentence

adjective

British English

  • The Maremma countryside is breathtaking.
  • We saw a flock of Maremma sheep.

American English

  • The Maremma landscape is unique.
  • They raise Maremma livestock.

Usage

Meaning in Context

Business

Rare. Possibly in niche contexts like Italian agritourism, specialty food (Maremma cheese), or dog breeding.

Academic

Used in geography, European history, agricultural studies, and veterinary science concerning specific breeds.

Everyday

Very rare. Might be used by travellers, geography enthusiasts, or dog owners familiar with the Maremma Sheepdog breed.

Technical

Used in precise geographical description or in zootechny (the science of breeding animals).

Vocabulary

Synonyms of “maremma”

Strong

fenbog

Vocabulary

Antonyms of “maremma”

highlanduplandplateauarid plain

Watch out

Common Mistakes When Using “maremma”

  • Misspelling: 'marema', 'mariemma'.
  • Mispronunciation: placing stress on the first syllable /ˈmærəmə/.
  • Using it as a general synonym for any meadow or plain.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

When referring specifically to the Italian region, it is a proper noun and is capitalised (the Maremma). When used generically, it may be lowercased (a maremma).

A large, white livestock guardian dog breed originating from the Maremma region of Italy.

Yes, though rarely. It can be used as a technical or literary term for similar coastal marshland.

Extensive land reclamation in the 20th century drained much of the Maremma, transforming it into agricultural land and reducing malaria.

A marshy or swampy coastal region.

Maremma is usually formal, geographic, technical (in contexts of geography, agriculture, or italian culture) in register.

Maremma: in British English it is pronounced /məˈrɛmə/, and in American English it is pronounced /məˈrɛmə/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.

Phrases

Idioms & Phrases

  • “[No common English idioms]”

Learning

Memory Aids

Mnemonic

Imagine a MARshy EMMA: a wetland named Emma — that's a MAR-EMMA.

Conceptual Metaphor

[Not widely metaphorical] LANDSCAPE AS A HARSH, TRADITIONAL SPACE.

Practice

Quiz

Fill in the gap
The Sheepdog is a large breed traditionally used to guard livestock in Italy.
Multiple Choice

What is a 'maremma' primarily?