tropical rainforest
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
A dense forest found in hot, wet regions near the equator, home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The _____ receives rain almost every day of the year."
Answer: tropical rainforest
In your own words, what does "tropical rainforest" mean?
A dense forest found in hot, wet regions near the equator, home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals.
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