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    Andes (en. Andes)

    /ˈandes/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The most extensive mountain system in South America.
    The Andes are the longest mountain range in the world.
    Los Andes son la cordillera más larga del mundo.
    Region where these mountains are found.
    The climate in the Andes varies according to altitude.
    El clima en los Andes varía según la altitud.
    It usually refers to the Andes as the home of many indigenous cultures.
    Andean cultures have a rich historical heritage.
    Las culturas andinas tienen una rica herencia histórica.

    Etymology

    From the Quechua 'sandi', meaning 'peak', 'mountain'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Crossing the Andes
    To make a great effort to overcome obstacles.
    Cruzar los Andes
    Living in the Andes
    To be in a privileged or different mountainous region.
    Vivir en los Andes

    Related Words

    high mountain
    Mountains that have considerable altitudes.
    alta montaña
    mountain range
    Chain of mountains.
    cordillera

    Slang Meanings

    Informal synonym for difficulty or extreme effort.
    That exam was like climbing the Andes.
    Ese examen fue como subir los Andes.
    Colloquial term to refer to someone from the mountainous regions.
    He is an Andean, born and raised in the Andes.
    Él es un andino, nacido y criado en los Andes.