noun

risco

cliff · crag

Es una parte de una montaña o terreno que es muy alta y tiene una caída muy pronunciada.

The word "risco" in Spanish typically refers to a steep cliff or rock face, often feared for its height and danger. It's a natural geographic feature, commonly used to describe rocky and vertical terrain.

In summary:

  • "Risco" = steep cliff or rocky precipice.

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Examples

Vimos unas cabras trepando un risco muy alto.noun

We saw some goats climbing a very high cliff.

El alpinista cayó porque el risco estaba demasiado resbaladizo.noun

The climber fell because the crag was too slippery.

Desde el risco se podía ver toda la bahía iluminada por el sol.noun

From the cliff you could see the whole bay lit up by the sun.

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