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10 Language-to-English DictionariesAchterbahn
Pronunciation / Transliteration: ˈaxtɐˌbaːn
"Die Fahrt mit der Achterbahn war sehr aufregend."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
An elevated railway system with steep inclines and sharp curves that carries passengers through rapid twists and turns for amusement.
"The thrilling roller coaster at the theme park made everyone scream with excitement." - 2
A situation characterized by rapid and unpredictable changes, especially in emotions or fortunes.
"Her emotions have been an absolute roller coaster since she started her new job."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term originated in the late 19th century, derived from earlier gravity rides known as 'roller sleds' and Russian mountains ('les montagnes russes'), which featured wheeled cars rolling down inclined tracks. Over time, the name evolved to describe the iconic amusement park ride and metaphorically came to represent rapid, unpredictable fluctuations in emotions or experiences.
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montagnes russes
Transliteration: mɔ̃.taɲ ʁys
"Les enfants adorent faire des tours de montagnes russes."
Achterbahn
Transliteration: ˈaxtɐˌbaːn
"Die Fahrt mit der Achterbahn war sehr aufregend."
montagne russe
Transliteration: monˈtaɲ.ɲe ˈrus.se
"Siamo saliti sulle montagne russe del parco divertimenti."
montaña rusa
Transliteration: monˈta.ɲa ˈru.sa
"Grité mucho mientras subíamos a la montaña rusa."
montanha-russa
Transliteration: mõˈtɐ̃.ɲɐ ˈʁu.sɐ
"A montanha-russa do parque temático é assustadora."
रूसई झूला
Transliteration: roosai jhoola
"अusement पार्क में रूसई झूला बहुत रोमांचक था।"
过山车
Transliteration: guòshānchē
"游乐园里的过山车刺激极了。"
롤러코스터
Transliteration: rolleokoseuteo
"우리는 놀이공원에서 롤러코스터를 탔습니다."
ジェットコースター
Transliteration: jettokōsutā
"遊園地でジェットコースターに乗りました。"
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