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    Montagne (en. Mountain)

    /mɔ̃.taɲ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Large elevation of land.
    Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in Europe.
    Le Mont Blanc est la montagne la plus haute d'Europe.
    Mountain range.
    The Alps are a beautiful mountain range.
    Les Alpes sont une magnifique chaîne de montagnes.
    Rugged and elevated terrain.
    He loves hiking in the mountains.
    Il aime faire de la randonnée en montagne.
    Mountain terrain.
    Mountain animals are adapted to cold conditions.
    Les animaux de montagne sont adaptés aux conditions froides.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'montanea', derived from 'mons', montis meaning mountain.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    gain some altitude
    To rise mentally or emotionally, to have a different perspective.
    prendre de la hauteur
    go mountaineering
    To participate in mountain activities such as hiking or climbing.
    faire de la montagne
    be on top of the mountain
    To reach a peak point in a situation or experience.
    être au sommet de la montagne

    Related Words

    summit
    The highest point of a mountain.
    sommet
    valley
    Low land between mountains.
    vallée
    alpine
    Related to the mountain, especially concerning climbing or skiing.
    alpin

    Slang Meanings

    roller coaster
    His life is a real roller coaster of emotions.
    Sa vie est une vraie montagne russe d'émotions.
    go up the mountain
    We're going to the mountains this weekend to ski.
    On va monter à la montagne ce week-end pour faire du ski.
    be at a height
    When you're at a height, everything seems small.
    Quand tu es en hauteur, tout semble petit.