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South

Cardinal direction opposite north.

southward direction

A cardinal direction opposite to north, typically associated with the lower latitudes in the Northern Hemisphere. It is used for navigation and geographic orientation.

Pronunciation

/sʌθ/

Etymology

From Old English sūþ, derived from Proto-Germanic *sun̄thaz.

Explain Like I’m 5

South is one of the four main directions, like pointing your finger away from the North Pole.

Fun Facts

South is often associated with summer in the Northern Hemisphere
Many compasses mark south with the letter 'S'
Antarctica is located at the southernmost point on Earth

FAQ

What direction is south? It's opposite north
Is south a country? No, it's a direction
What hemisphere is South America in? The Southern Hemisphere

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

Southern southward

Antonyms — Opposites or Contrasts

North

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

Direction Cardinal direction

Indexes

direction geographical designation

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