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Himalayas
hih-MAH-luh-yahs
Himalayas (name) means a major mountain range in Asia, home to the world's highest peaks including Mount Everest. Example: “They trekked through the foothills of the Himalayas.”
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A major mountain range in Asia, home to the world's highest peaks including Mount Everest.
"They trekked through the foothills of the Himalayas."
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Word forms
- Plural
- the Himalayas
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Etymology
From Sanskrit "hima" (snow) and "alaya" (abode), meaning "abode of snow."
Frequently asked questions
What does “Himalayas” mean?
The word “Himalayas” means a major mountain range in Asia, home to the world's highest peaks including Mount Everest.
How do you pronounce “Himalayas”?
“Himalayas” is pronounced hih-MAH-luh-yahs (/ˌhɪm.əˈleɪ.əz/ in IPA).
How do you use “Himalayas” in a sentence?
Here is “Himalayas” used in a sentence: “They trekked through the foothills of the Himalayas.”
What part of speech is “Himalayas”?
“Himalayas” is a name.
Where does the word “Himalayas” come from?
The word “Himalayas” comes from Sanskrit. From Sanskrit "hima" (snow) and "alaya" (abode), meaning "abode of snow.".
Is “Himalayas” a common word?
“Himalayas” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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