das Gebirge, –
mountain range · mountain · mountains
Eine große Gruppe von hohen Erhebungen der Erde, die oft nebeneinander stehen und eine Landschaft mit vielen Höhen und Tälern bilden.
The German word "Gebirge" is a noun meaning "mountain range" or "mountains". It is made up of two parts:
- "Geb": Related to "geben" (to give), but here part of the root in old formations.
- "Berge": Plural of "Berg," which means "mountain".
So, "Gebirge" literally refers to a collection or group of mountains.
Similar words:
- Berg (mountain) – refers to a single mountain
- Bergland (mountain land, highlands) – denotes mountainous terrain or upland regions
- Hochgebirge (high mountain range) – specifically high-altitude mountains, often Alpine or comparable peaks
Differences:
- "Gebirge" denotes a group or range of mountains.
- "Berg" is a single mountain; "Gebirge" implies multiple mountains together as a unit.
- "Hochgebirge" stresses high elevation or ruggedness compared to "Gebirge" which can be any mountain range.
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Examples
Das Gebirge ist atemberaubend.noun
The mountain range is breathtaking.
Im Gebirge wandern viele Menschen gerne.noun
In the mountains many people like to hike.
Das Gebirge zeichnet sich durch seine beeindruckenden Gipfel aus.noun
The mountains are characterized by their impressive peaks.
Viele Menschen genießen das Gebirge im Winter.noun
Many people enjoy the mountains in winter.
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