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Karakorum Range

Karakorum Range

8.4
A mountain range in northern Kashmir that has K2, the second highest mountain in the world
  • proper noun
translation icon : cordillera del Karakoram
  • The Karakorum Range contains K2, the second highest mountain in the world.

Examples

  • The Karakorum Range is known for its dramatic peaks and challenging climbing routes.

  • Glaciers in the Karakorum Range are among the largest outside the polar regions.

  • Many explorers have been fascinated by the remote beauty of the Karakorum Range.

  • The Karakorum Range is known for its breathtaking beauty.

  • Many climbers dream of summiting peaks in the Karakorum Range.

  • Glaciers in the Karakorum Range provide a stunning view for trekkers and climbers.

  • Many climbers target the Karakorum Range for its challenging and steep terrain.

Synonyms

Karakoram
vsKarakorum Range
1 8.7

A high mountain range in northern Kashmir that includes K2

is the same idea but given in a more formal phrase
Karakoram Range
vsKarakorum Range
8.0

A mountain range in northern Kashmir that includes K2, the world's second highest peak

is the same idea but uses a different common form
Mustagh Range
vsKarakorum Range
9.9

A mountain range in northern Kashmir that includes K2, the world's second highest peak

refers to the range known in the description rather than an alternate one

Surface Forms

Karakorum Range main

Morphology

Karakorum + range

This is a straightforward composition of a proper name + the noun 'range'; 'range' denotes a continuous chain of mountains, so 'Karakorum Range' transparently means the mountain range called Karakorum. A B1 learner who knows 'range' and recognizes 'Karakorum' as a name can infer the core meaning (a mountain chain), though specific geographic details (Kashmir, K2) require extra knowledge.

Etymology

Karakorum Range may come from old local words: kara meaning 'black' and a second part meaning 'rocks' or 'gravel', giving the picture of dark, rocky ridges. That's why the name fits this high, steep mountain area with dark peaks and large glaciers.