Alaska (en. Alaska)

/aˈlaska/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
State of the union that is the largest in the United States.
Alaska is known for its stunning natural landscape.
Alaska es conocido por su paisaje natural impresionante.
Region famous for its rich wildlife and natural resources.
The glaciers of Alaska are a popular tourist attraction.
Los glaciares de Alaska son una atracción turística popular.
State that borders the Arctic Ocean to the north.
In winter, temperatures in Alaska can drop below zero.
En invierno, las temperaturas en Alaska pueden descender por debajo de cero.

Etymology

The name 'Alaska' comes from the Aleut word 'Alyeska', which means 'the great land'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the last frontier
Referring to Alaska as the least developed and most remote state.
la última frontera
Indigenous people of Alaska
It refers to the various Native communities that inhabit the state.
pueblo indígena de Alaska

Related Words

glacier
Large mass of ice formed by the compaction of snow.
glaciar
aurora borealis
Luminous phenomenon visible in polar regions, such as Alaska.
aurora boreal

Slang Meanings

Referring to Alaska as an exotic place.
That adventure in Alaska was so wild, it really felt like a place from another world.
Esa aventura en Alaska fue tan salvaje, realmente parecía un lugar de otro mundo.
Used to describe a remote or isolated place.
That cabin in the woods feels like Alaska, far from everything.
Esa cabaña en el bosque se siente como Alaska, lejos de todo.