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Pronunciation / Transliteration: Andes
"Los Andes son la cadena montañosa más larga del mundo."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A major mountain range in South America, extending along the western edge of the continent.
"The Andes are known for their stunning landscapes and diverse ecosystems." - 2
The region or cultures associated with the Andes mountains.
"The Andean cultures have a rich history of agriculture and textile production."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Andes' originates from the Spanish word 'Andes', which is derived from the Quechua word 'anti', meaning 'high'. The Andes mountain range has been a significant geographical feature in South America since the pre-Columbian era, influencing the cultures and civilizations that developed in its vicinity.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Andes" is said worldwide
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Andes
Transliteration: Andes
"Les Andes sont une chaîne de montagnes impressionnante."
Anden
Transliteration: Anden
"Die Anden erstrecken sich über mehrere Länder in Südamerika."
Ande
Transliteration: Ande
"Le Ande sono famose per la loro biodiversità."
Andes
Transliteration: Andes
"Los Andes son la cadena montañosa más larga del mundo."
Andes
Transliteration: Andes
"Os Andes são conhecidos por suas paisagens deslumbrantes."
आंडेस
Transliteration: Ānḍes
"आंडेस पर्वत दक्षिण अमेरिका में स्थित हैं।"
安第斯山脉
Transliteration: Āndìsī shānmài
"安第斯山脉是南美洲最长的山脉。"
안데스
Transliteration: Andeseu
"안데스 산맥은 남미에서 가장 긴 산맥입니다."
アンデス山脈
Transliteration: Andesu sanmyaku
"アンデス山脈は南アメリカで最も長い山脈です。"
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