hydrosphere

Pronunciation

Noun B1 Intermediate

All the water on, under, and above the surface of the earth, including oceans, rivers, and clouds.

"The hydrosphere covers about seventy percent of the planet's surface."

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The _____ covers about seventy percent of the planet's surface."

Answer: hydrosphere

In your own words, what does "hydrosphere" mean?

All the water on, under, and above the surface of the earth, including oceans, rivers, and clouds.