Countrystudy Summary
GB is only a dot on the world map. It
offers a great variety and scenic contrasts are often within easy reach. The coastline is washed
by the tidal system twice a day. Britain´s speciality is the man-made scenery. Each part of the
country has its peculiar geographical features.
England
Indented / n'dentd / sakiline
Estuary / 'estjr / suudmelaht
Watershed / 'w:td /veelahe
Pike / pak / haug
Rugged / 'rgd / konarlik, karm
Meadow / 'med / aas, heinamaa
England features mostly low hills and plains. The Pennine Chain runs from the north
to south, splitting northern England into western and eastern parts. The Lake District in