Sherpa

Pronunciation: /ˈʃɜrpə/

Definitions of sherpa

noun A member of a Himalayan people living on the borders of Nepal and Tibet, renowned for their skill in mountaineering.

Example Sentences

A1 A sherpa is a person who helps climbers in the Himalayas.

A2 Sherpas are known for their expertise in guiding mountaineers up treacherous peaks.

B1 The sherpa led the group of hikers through the rugged terrain with ease.

B2 Many climbers rely on sherpas to navigate the dangerous conditions of high-altitude mountains.

C1 The sherpa's knowledge of the mountain proved invaluable to the expedition team.

C2 Experienced sherpas are in high demand for leading challenging climbs in the Himalayas.

Examples of sherpa in a Sentence

formal The sherpa guided the climbers up the treacherous mountain.

informal I heard the sherpa is really experienced in leading mountain expeditions.

slang That sherpa is a total rockstar when it comes to climbing!

figurative She's like the sherpa of our group, always leading us through tough situations.

Grammatical Forms of sherpa

• plural: sherpas
• comparative: more sherpa
• superlative: most sherpa
• present tense: sherpa
• future tense: will sherpa
• perfect tense: have sherpaed
• continuous tense: is sherpaing
• singular: sherpa
• positive degree: sherpa
• infinitive: to sherpa
• gerund: sherpaing
• participle: sherpaed

Origin and Evolution of sherpa

First Known Use: 1800 year

Language of Origin: Tibetan

Story behind the word: The word 'sherpa' originates from the Sherpa people, an ethnic group from the mountainous regions of Nepal.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the ethnic group known for their expertise in guiding mountaineering expeditions, the term 'sherpa' has evolved to also refer to any guide or porter in the Himalayas, regardless of their ethnic background.