motril: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Very low / SpecializedFormal / Geographical
Quick answer
What does “motril” mean?
A town in southern Spain, in the province of Granada, located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea.
Audio
Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A town in southern Spain, in the province of Granada, located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea.
A proper noun referring to the Spanish municipality; sometimes used generically in travel or geographical contexts to refer to a coastal Andalusian town.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in usage; it is a place name. British sources might be slightly more familiar with it due to historical connections and tourism.
Connotations
Geographical location; connotations of tourism, Costa Tropical, sugar cane, and Mediterranean coast.
Frequency
Extremely rare in general discourse for both. Frequency is limited to specialized texts (geography, travel guides, Spanish culture/history).
Grammar
How to Use “motril” in a Sentence
[Proper Noun]Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “motril” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The Motril coastline is rugged.
American English
- We enjoyed the Motril port area.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Potential in tourism, agriculture (sugar), or shipping contexts: 'The company expanded its operations to the port of Motril.'
Academic
In geography, history, or Iberian studies: 'The economic development of Motril in the 19th century was tied to sugar production.'
Everyday
In travel planning or conversation about Spain: 'We're thinking of staying in Motril for a few days on our trip to Granada.'
Technical
In meteorological or maritime reports: 'Winds are expected to be strong off the coast of Motril.'
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “motril”
Strong
Neutral
Weak
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “motril”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “motril”
- Using a lowercase letter (Motril, not motril).
- Adding an article where not needed (e.g., 'the Motril' is incorrect when referring to the town itself).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a low-frequency proper noun, primarily encountered in geographical or travel contexts related to Spain.
In British English, it is approximately /mɒˈtrɪl/ (mo-TRIL). In American English, it is approximately /moʊˈtril/ (moh-TREEL). The Spanish pronunciation is closer to moh-TREEL.
In limited contexts, yes, often in a possessive or attributive sense (e.g., 'Motril's port,' 'the Motril area'). It is not a standard descriptive adjective.
Remember it is a proper noun and must be capitalized. Avoid using it with a definite article ('the') when naming the town itself, unless part of a specific title like 'the Port of Motril'.
A town in southern Spain, in the province of Granada, located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea.
Motril is usually formal / geographical in register.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “None”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Imagine a motorboat sailing to a town on a hill: 'Motor' + 'hill' sounds like Motril, a coastal town.
Conceptual Metaphor
PLACE AS DESTINATION; COAST AS GATEWAY.
Practice
Quiz
What is Motril primarily known as?