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10 Language-to-English DictionariesHimalayan Region
/ˌhɪm.əˈleɪ.ən ˈriː.dʒən/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
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A geographical area encompassing the Himalayan mountain range, known for its diverse ecosystems, cultures, and significant elevation.
"The Himalayan region is home to some of the highest peaks in the world, including Mount Everest." - 2
A cultural and ecological zone characterized by unique flora, fauna, and traditions influenced by the mountainous terrain.
"Many indigenous communities in the Himalayan region maintain traditional lifestyles that are closely tied to the land."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the Sanskrit 'Himālaya' (abode of snow), composed of 'hima' (snow) and 'ālaya' (abode), combined with the English noun 'region', originating from the Latin 'regio' via Old French. The term has been used in geographical, geological, and ecological literature since the 19th century to denote the vast mountain system spanning South and Central Asia.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Himalayan Region" is said worldwide
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Région himalayenne
Transliteration: Reh-zhyon ee-mah-lah-yen
"La région himalayenne est célèbre pour ses paysages spectaculaires."
Himalaya-Region
Transliteration: Himalaya-Reh-gion
"Die Himalaya-Region ist bekannt für ihre kulturelle Vielfalt."
Regione himalayana
Transliteration: Reh-joh-neh ee-mah-lah-yah-nah
"La regione himalayana ospita molte specie rare."
Región del Himalaya
Transliteration: Reh-hee-on del Ee-mah-lah-yah
"La región del Himalaya es un destino popular para los excursionistas."
Região do Himalaia
Transliteration: Reh-gee-ow do Hee-mah-lah-yah
"A região do Himalaia é rica em biodiversidade."
हिमालय क्षेत्र
Transliteration: Himalaya kshetra
"हिमालय क्षेत्र में कई अद्वितीय प्रजातियाँ पाई जाती हैं।"
喜马拉雅地区
Transliteration: Xǐmǎlāyǎ dìqū
"喜马拉雅地区以其壮丽的山脉而闻名。"
히말라야 지역
Transliteration: Himalaya jiyeok
"히말라야 지역은 다양한 생태계를 자랑합니다."
ヒマラヤ地域
Transliteration: Himaraya chiiki
"ヒマラヤ地域は多くの登山者に人気があります。"
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