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mountain

 

[ ˈmaʊntən ]

Noun
Oxford 3000 Nature
Context #1 | Noun

nature

A large natural elevation of the earth's surface rising abruptly from the surrounding level; a large steep hill.

Synonyms

hill, peak, range, summit

Examples of usage

  • The view from the top of the mountain was breathtaking.
  • She enjoyed hiking in the mountains during the summer.
  • We could see snow on the mountains in the distance.
  • The mountain range stretched as far as the eye could see.
  • The village was nestled at the base of the mountain.
Context #2 | Noun

geography

A landform that extends above the surrounding terrain in a limited area, usually in the form of a peak.

Synonyms

hill, peak, range, summit

Examples of usage

  • The highest mountain in the world is Mount Everest.
  • The mountain was covered in lush green forests.
  • She studied the formation of mountains in her geography class.

Translations

Translations of the word "mountain" in other languages:

🇵🇹 montanha

🇮🇳 पहाड़

🇩🇪 Berg

🇮🇩 gunung

🇺🇦 гора

🇵🇱 góra

🇯🇵 山 (やま)

🇫🇷 montagne

🇪🇸 montaña

🇹🇷 dağ

🇰🇷 산

🇸🇦 جبل

🇨🇿 hora

🇸🇰 hora

🇨🇳 山

🇸🇮 gora

🇮🇸 fjall

🇰🇿 тау

🇬🇪 მთა

🇦🇿 dağ

🇲🇽 montaña

Etymology

The word 'mountain' originated from the Middle English word 'mountaine,' which came from the Old French 'montaigne.' The Latin word 'montanus' also contributed to its etymology. Humans have long been fascinated by mountains, considering them sacred or divine in many cultures. Mountains have played a significant role in shaping landscapes and influencing weather patterns. They have been the setting for numerous myths, legends, and adventures throughout history.

See also: insurmountable, mount, mounted, mounting, surmount.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,303, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.