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Pronunciation / Transliteration: Himalaya
"हिमालय की पर्वत श्रृंखला विश्व की सबसे ऊँची है।"
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A major mountain range in Asia, separating the plains of the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan Plateau.
"The Himalaya is home to some of the world's highest peaks, including Mount Everest." - 2
The region surrounding the Himalaya mountain range, often associated with diverse cultures and ecosystems.
"Many trekkers visit the Himalaya for its breathtaking landscapes and rich biodiversity."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Himalaya' originates from the Sanskrit word 'Himalaya', which means 'abode of snow'. It has been used since ancient times to refer to the mountain range that separates the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan Plateau.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Himalaya" is said worldwide
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Himalaya
Transliteration: Ima-la-ya
"L'Himalaya est célèbre pour ses sommets majestueux."
Himalaya
Transliteration: Himalaya
"Der Himalaya ist das höchste Gebirge der Welt."
Himalaya
Transliteration: Ima-la-ya
"L'Himalaya è noto per la sua bellezza naturale."
Himalaya
Transliteration: Ima-la-ya
"El Himalaya es famoso por sus montañas imponentes."
Himalaya
Transliteration: Ima-la-ya
"O Himalaya é conhecido por suas paisagens deslumbrantes."
हिमालय
Transliteration: Himalaya
"हिमालय की पर्वत श्रृंखला विश्व की सबसे ऊँची है।"
喜马拉雅
Transliteration: Xǐmǎlāyǎ
"喜马拉雅山脉是世界上最高的山脉。"
히말라야
Transliteration: Himalaya
"히말라야는 세계에서 가장 높은 산맥입니다."
ヒマラヤ
Transliteration: Himaraya
"ヒマラヤは世界で最も高い山脈です。"
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