Sherpa
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Noun — A member of a Himalayan ethnic group from Nepal and Tibet, well known for skill in high-altitude mountaineering.
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Etymology
From the Tibetan word shar pa, meaning "eastern people," reflecting the community's origins in eastern Tibet before settling in the Nepalese highlands.
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What does “Sherpa” mean?
The word “Sherpa” means a member of a Himalayan ethnic group from Nepal and Tibet, well known for skill in high-altitude mountaineering. In plain terms, refers to the Himalayan Sherpa people and their mountain guides, and by extension anyone who does the expert groundwork behind an important event — plus an unrelated cozy fleece-like fabric.
How do you pronounce “Sherpa”?
“Sherpa” is pronounced SHPUH (/ˈʃɝpə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Sherpa” in a sentence?
Here is “Sherpa” used in a sentence: “The expedition hired several Sherpas to help carry supplies up the mountain.”
What part of speech is “Sherpa”?
“Sherpa” is a noun.
How many meanings does “Sherpa” have?
“Sherpa” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a member of a Himalayan ethnic group from Nepal and Tibet, well known for skill in high-altitude mountaineering.