Felsformation

rock formation

noun FELS-for-mah-TSYON Rare

Origin: from Latin formatio

Usage Note

Felsformation describes a distinctive arrangement of naturally shaped rocks, such as the Bastei in Saxon Switzerland (Sächsische Schweiz). The term is used in geology, tourism, and landscape photography contexts.

Examples

"Die bizarre Felsformation zieht jedes Jahr viele Kletterbegeisterte an."

Natural Translation

The bizarre rock formation attracts many climbing enthusiasts every year.

Literal Translation

The bizarre rock-formation pulls every year many climbing-enthusiasts.

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