Also means
chain of mountains
Usage Note
Bergkette refers to a linear series of mountain peaks. It is interchangeable with Gebirgszug but slightly more poetic; used in both geography texts and literary descriptions of landscapes.
Examples
"Am Horizont zeichnete sich eine schneebedeckte Bergkette ab."
Natural Translation
On the horizon a snow-covered mountain range stood out.
Literal Translation
On-the horizon stood-out a snow-covered mountain-chain.
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