Cordillera

C1 8+

Pronunciation: /kɔrdɪˈljɛrə/

Definitions of cordillera

noun a system or group of parallel mountain ranges together with the intervening plateaus and other features, especially in the Andes or the Rockies

Example Sentences

A1 The cordillera is a long mountain range.

A2 Many hikers enjoy exploring the cordillera during the summer.

B1 The cordillera in South America is known for its breathtaking scenery.

B2 The Andes cordillera is one of the longest mountain ranges in the world.

C1 Scientists study the geological processes that formed the cordillera over millions of years.

C2 The cordillera provides habitat for a diverse range of plant and animal species.

Examples of cordillera in a Sentence

formal The Andes cordillera is one of the longest mountain ranges in the world.

informal I love hiking in the cordillera near my hometown.

slang Let's go explore the cordillera this weekend, it's gonna be epic!

figurative The challenges we face together are like climbing a steep cordillera, but we will overcome them.

Grammatical Forms of cordillera

plural

cordilleras

comparative

more cordillera

superlative

most cordillera

present tense

cordillera

future tense

will cordillera

perfect tense

have cordillera

continuous tense

is cordilleraing

singular

cordillera

positive degree

cordillera

infinitive

to cordillera

gerund

cordillering

participle

cordilleraed

Origin and Evolution of cordillera

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Spanish/Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'cordillera' originated from Spanish, derived from the Latin word 'corda' meaning 'rope' or 'cord'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a chain of mountains, the term 'cordillera' has evolved to refer to any extensive mountain range or series of parallel mountain ranges.