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10 Language-to-English DictionariesMountainous
/ˈmaʊn.tɪ.nəs/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Characterized by mountains; having many mountains.
"The region is known for its mountainous terrain, making it a popular destination for hikers." - 2
Relating to or resembling a mountain.
"The mountainous landscape was breathtaking, with peaks covered in snow."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'mountainous' originates from the Middle English term 'mountainous', derived from the Old French 'montagneux', which in turn comes from the Latin 'montanus', meaning 'of a mountain'. The evolution reflects the geographical and physical characteristics associated with mountainous regions.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Mountainous" is said worldwide
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montagneux
Transliteration: mɔ̃taɲø
"La région est connue pour ses paysages montagneux."
gebirgig
Transliteration: ɡəˈbɪʁɡɪç
"Die gebirgige Landschaft ist atemberaubend."
montuoso
Transliteration: monˈtuozo
"Il paesaggio montuoso è spettacolare."
montañoso
Transliteration: monˈtaɲoso
"El terreno montañoso es ideal para el senderismo."
montanhoso
Transliteration: mõtɐˈɲozu
"A região montanhosa é popular entre os turistas."
पहाड़ी
Transliteration: pahaadi
"यह क्षेत्र पहाड़ी है और बहुत सुंदर है।"
多山的
Transliteration: duō shān de
"这个地区以多山的地形而闻名。"
산악의
Transliteration: sanak-ui
"이 지역은 산악 지형으로 유명하다."
山岳の
Transliteration: sangaku no
"この地域は山岳の風景で知られています。"
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