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Southern California
/sˈʌðɚn kˌælɪfˈoːɹniə/
SoCal
Southern California
01
the southern part of California, generally including Los Angeles, San Diego, and sometimes Santa Barbara
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
complex compound
proper
Where is "Southern California"?
Southern California, often abbreviated as SoCal, is the southernmost region of the state, typically including ten counties such as Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino. It is known for its warm Mediterranean climate, diverse landscapes ranging from Pacific beaches to deserts and mountains, and major cities like Los Angeles and San Diego. The region is famous for the entertainment industry in Hollywood, extensive freeways, car culture, and iconic attractions such as Disneyland and the beaches of Santa Monica and Malibu.
Examples
She just moved to SoCal for work.
