1. "Forest" typically refers to a large area with a dense growth of trees, which may have been artificially planted or have developed naturally.
2. "Woods" can refer to a smaller, less formal area of woodland, often containing a variety of trees and plants.
3. Both words can be translated into Chinese as "森林" (sēn lín), which denotes a wooded area, although "forest" is the more common term in English for a large natural woodland.
4. "Woods" can also imply a habitat for wildlife and a place for recreational activities such as hiking or camping.
5. In terms of etymology, "forest" comes from the Latin "fores" meaning "before," suggesting a cleared area in front of a settlement, while "woods" is derived from the Old English "wudu" meaning "wood."
