Southern
8 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Situated in, directed towards, or coming from the south. Can refer to geographical location, climate characteristics, or cultural regions.
“The southern coast of England enjoys milder winters than the northern regions.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈsʌðən/
Syllables
south·ern
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Synonyms
southerlyaustralmeridional
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Wordle
Not typically used in Wordle due to 8-letter length; contains -ERN ending pattern
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Scrabble
Worth 11 points; the H provides good scoring opportunities on premium squares
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