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Pronunciation / Transliteration: fjɔrd
"नॉर्वे के फजॉर्ड अद्भुत हैं।"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A long, deep, narrow body of water between high cliffs or steep slopes, typically formed by the submergence of a glaciated valley.
"The breathtaking fjords of Norway attract tourists from all over the world." - 2
A similar geographical feature, often used in a broader context to describe any deep inlet.
"The coastal town is located near a picturesque fjord that offers stunning views."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the Old Norse word 'fjörðr', meaning a long, narrow inlet of the sea between high cliffs. It shares roots with the Proto-Germanic '*ferþuz' and ultimately relates to the root meaning to cross or sail. The term entered English via Scandinavian languages in the 17th century.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Fjord" is said worldwide
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fjord
Transliteration: fjɔʁ
"Les fjords de Norvège sont célèbres pour leur beauté naturelle."
Fjord
Transliteration: fjɔʁt
"Die Fjorde Norwegens sind atemberaubend."
fiordo
Transliteration: fjɔrdo
"Il fiordo di Geiranger è uno dei più belli della Norvegia."
fiordo
Transliteration: fjɔrðo
"Los fiordos de Noruega son impresionantes."
fiorde
Transliteration: fjɔʁdʒi
"Os fiordes da Noruega são famosos pela sua beleza."
फजॉर्ड
Transliteration: fjɔrd
"नॉर्वे के फजॉर्ड अद्भुत हैं।"
峡湾
Transliteration: xiá wān
"挪威的峡湾吸引了许多游客。"
피오르
Transliteration: pio-reu
"노르웨이의 피오르는 아름답습니다."
フィヨルド
Transliteration: fiyorudo
"ノルウェーのフィヨルドは美しいです。"
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