noun
cold region; northern district
Refers to a geographical area with a cold climate, often used in contexts like agriculture, construction, or travel.
寒冷地では冬の暖房費が高くなる。
In cold regions, winter heating costs are high.
この植物は寒冷地向けに品種改良された。
This plant was bred for cold climates.
寒冷 is an adjective meaning 'cold, frigid', while 寒冷地 is a noun for a cold area.
Compound of 寒冷 (cold, frigid) and 地 (land, region).