Isohel
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NounNoun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
An imaginary line on a “map” or climatological chart connecting geographic locations that receive equal amounts of sunshine duration over a given time period, used in climate and meteorological analysis.
Synonyms & Variants
garis penyinaran
A descriptive equivalent in standard Indonesian used when the technical term `isohel` needs to be explained in more accessible language.
isobar
Not a true synonym but a cognate term within the `iso-` word family referring to a different climatic variable, namely atmospheric pressure.
isoterm
A cognate term in the `iso-` group referring to temperature distribution rather than sunshine duration.
isohyet
A cognate term in the `iso-` word family referring to rainfall distribution on climatological maps.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word isohel derives from ancient Greek, combining isos meaning “equal” and helios meaning “sun”. Its formation follows the standard pattern of cartographic and climatological terminology that uses the prefix iso- to denote equal values across different points on a thematic map. The term belongs to the iso- family of words alongside isobar (equal air pressure), isotherm (equal temperature), and isohyet (equal rainfall). In Indonesian, isohel is a highly technical term restricted to academic and scientific contexts, particularly in meteorology, climatology, and physical geography.
Real-world Usage
Isohel pada peta iklim menunjukkan distribusi sinar matahari di wilayah tropis.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.