El Misti
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- proper noun
- The city of Arequipa is overshadowed by the imposing peak of El Misti.
Examples
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Many climbers are drawn to El Misti for its breathtaking views and challenging terrain.
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Ash from El Misti can occasionally be seen drifting over the nearby valleys.
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Have you ever seen El Misti in person?
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The view of El Misti from Arequipa is breathtaking.
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The stunning view of El Misti is a highlight for many tourists visiting Arequipa.
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Many climbers attempt to reach the summit of El Misti each year.
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As the sun set, El Misti glowed beautifully against the evening sky.
Surface Forms
Morphology
El + Misti
El Misti is a proper name for a volcano; the constituents do not compose to mean 'volcano' in English. 'El' is a Spanish article ('the') and 'Misti' is a name, so a B1 learner who knows the parts would not be able to derive the specific meaning 'a volcano' from them.
Etymology
El Misti may come from a local Indigenous word meaning 'gentleman' or 'lord'. People thought the smooth, cone-shaped volcano stood like a proud man watching over the city of Arequipa, so the name stuck.