No. 358 in Latvian
gaisa
The Latvian word "gaisa" means "air" (genitive form) in English.
In a sentence
Gaisa kvalitāte ir svarīgs faktors veselībai.
Air quality is an important factor for health.
In this sentence, 'gaisa' refers to the air, specifically its quality, highlighting its role as an environmental aspect.
Putni viegli lido pa gaisa straumēm.
Birds easily fly through the air currents.
Here, 'gaisa' describes the currents within the air, emphasizing the medium through which birds move.
Telpā ir ventilācijas sistēma, lai nodrošinātu svaigu gaisu.
The room has a ventilation system to provide fresh air.
In this example, 'gaisa' refers to the air provided indoors by a ventilation system, emphasizing utility and health.
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