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Definition of aare
aare
/ˈɑː.rə/
Aa · re
aare Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
10
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A major river in Switzerland that rises in the Bernese Alps, flows through the capital city of Bern, and eventually joins the High Rhine.
Example
"During the summer, the vibrant turquoise waters of the Aare are a popular spot for urban swimming in Bern."
• Rhymes for aare
Word Origin & Etymology
The name is of ancient origin, likely deriving from the Indo-European root '*ar-' or '*er-', meaning 'to move' or 'to flow', which is a common element in European river names.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Aare. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/aare