B1adjectivetravel
US/ˈsʌð.ərn/
UK/ˈsʌð.ən/
in or from the south part of a place
In context
Southern dishes are usually sweeter than food from the north.
The Mekong Delta is in the southern part of Vietnam.
She has a soft southern accent that I really like.
Words that go with southern
adjective + noun
- southern partThe southern part of the island is quieter.
- southern accentHe speaks with a southern accent.
- southern coastWe drove along the southern coast.
- southern regionRain is expected in the southern region.
- southern borderThe river forms the southern border.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She comes from southern of Vietnam.Correct: She comes from the south of Vietnam. / She comes from southern Vietnam.