Mountainside: meaning, definitions and examples

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mountainside

 

[ ˈmaʊn.tɪn.saɪd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

geography feature

The mountainside refers to the sloping side of a mountain. It is commonly characterized by various types of vegetation and rock formations. People often hike or explore the mountainside for recreational purposes.

Synonyms

hillside, mountain slope, slope

Examples of usage

  • We hiked up the mountainside to enjoy the breathtaking views.
  • The wildlife is abundant on the mountainside.
  • Many houses are built on the mountainside, offering scenic panoramas.
  • The snowy mountainside attracts skiers every winter.

Translations

Translations of the word "mountainside" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ladeira

🇮🇳 पहाड़ी किनारा

🇩🇪 Bergseite

🇮🇩 sisi gunung

🇺🇦 схил гори

🇵🇱 zbocze góry

🇯🇵 山の側面

🇫🇷 flanc de montagne

🇪🇸 ladera

🇹🇷 dağ yamaçı

🇰🇷 산 경사

🇸🇦 جانب الجبل

🇨🇿 svah hory

🇸🇰 svah hory

🇨🇳 山坡

🇸🇮 pobočje gore

🇮🇸 fjallshlíð

🇰🇿 таудың беткейі

🇬🇪 მთის ფერდი

🇦🇿 dağın yamacı

🇲🇽 ladera

Word origin

The term 'mountainside' is formed from two English words: 'mountain' and 'side.' The word 'mountain' has origins in the Latin 'montanea' meaning 'mountainous,' which evolved through Old French 'montagne.' The suffix 'side' comes from the Old English 'sīde,' which refers to the surface or area of an object. Together, they have been used to describe the sloped areas of elevations, reinforcing the connection of the landscape to human activity and experience.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,465, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.