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🇯🇵Japanese Source WordCode: JA

ヒマラヤの

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Himaraya no

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Himalayan/ˌhɪm.əˈleɪ.ən/
adjectivenounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #8500 frequency
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🇯🇵 Example Sentence in Japanese:

"ヒマラヤ地域はその美しさで知られています。"

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2 senses
As adjective
  1. 1

    Relating to the Himalayas, a major mountain range in Asia.

    "The Himalayan region is known for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse ecosystems."
As noun
  1. 1

    A person or thing originating from the Himalayan region.

    "The Himalayan people have a rich cultural heritage."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Derived from Sanskrit 'himālaya', a compound of 'hima' (snow) and 'ālaya' (abode), entering English in the late 18th century through Anglo-Indian geographical exploration and mountaineering documentation. The term evolved from describing the specific Asian mountain range to a broader descriptor for ecosystems, geological features, and cultural elements originating from that region.

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