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10 Language-to-English DictionariesHimalayas
/hɪˈmɑːləjəz/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
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A major mountain range in Asia, separating the plains of the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan Plateau.
"The Himalayas are home to some of the world's highest peaks, including Mount Everest." - 2
The region surrounding this mountain range, often associated with unique biodiversity and cultural heritage.
"The Himalayas attract trekkers and adventurers from around the globe."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Himalayas' derives from the Sanskrit word 'Himalaya', which means 'abode of snow'. The name has been used for centuries to describe the mountain range that separates the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan Plateau, reflecting its geographical significance and the cultural reverence of the region.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Himalayas" is said worldwide
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Himalaya
Transliteration: i.mi.la.ja
"Les Himalayas sont célèbres pour leurs sommets majestueux."
Himalaya
Transliteration: hi.ma.la.ja
"Die Himalayas sind bekannt für ihre beeindruckenden Gipfel."
Himalaya
Transliteration: i.mi.la.ja
"Gli Himalaya ospitano alcune delle montagne più alte del mondo."
Himalayas
Transliteration: i.mi.la.jas
"Los Himalayas son una maravilla natural impresionante."
Himalaia
Transliteration: i.ma.la.i.a
"O Himalaia é conhecido por sua biodiversidade única."
हिमालय
Transliteration: himālay
"हिमालय पर्वत दुनिया के सबसे ऊँचे पहाड़ों का घर है।"
喜马拉雅山脉
Transliteration: Xǐmǎlāyǎ shānmài
"喜马拉雅山脉是世界上最高的山脉之一。"
히말라야
Transliteration: himallaya
"히말라야는 세계에서 가장 높은 산들이 있는 곳입니다."
ヒマラヤ山脈
Transliteration: Himaraya sanmyaku
"ヒマラヤ山脈は世界で最も高い山々の一つです。"
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