Pyrenees
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Name — A mountain range separating Spain and France.
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Etymology
From Latin Pȳrēnaeī (montēs), from Ancient Greek Πυρηναῖος, after Pyrene, a mythological figure said to be buried in the mountains.
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What does “Pyrenees” mean?
The word “Pyrenees” means a mountain range separating Spain and France.
How do you pronounce “Pyrenees”?
“Pyrenees” is pronounced pih-ruh-NEEZ (/ˈpɪɹəˌniz/ in IPA).
How do you use “Pyrenees” in a sentence?
Here is “Pyrenees” used in a sentence: “They hiked through the Pyrenees for two weeks.”
What part of speech is “Pyrenees”?
“Pyrenees” is a name.
Where does the word “Pyrenees” come from?
The word “Pyrenees” comes from Ancient Greek. From Latin Pȳrēnaeī (montēs), from Ancient Greek Πυρηναῖος, after Pyrene, a mythological figure said to be buried in the mountains.
Is “Pyrenees” a common word?
“Pyrenees” is an uncommon word in modern English.