Gebirgstal

mountain valley

noun ge-BIRKS-tahl Rare

Usage Note

Gebirgstal denotes a valley enclosed by mountain terrain, often narrow and steep-sided. Many famous Alpine resorts occupy Gebirgstäler because they offer shelter, water, and dramatic scenery.

Examples

"Das verschneite Gebirgstal lag still und verlassen unter der Winterstille."

Natural Translation

The snow-covered mountain valley lay quiet and deserted under the winter silence.

Literal Translation

The snowed-in mountain valley lay quiet and deserted under the winter silence.

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