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Tyan Shan

Tyan Shan

8.2
A high mountain range in Central Asia with tall snowy peaks and glaciers
  • proper noun
translation icon : Tian Shan
  • The Tyan Shan mountains are known for their dramatic peaks and glaciers.

Examples

  • The scenery of the Tyan Shan range attracts hikers and nature lovers from around the world.

  • Scientists have conducted important climate research in the Tyan Shan region.

  • The Tyan Shan mountains are known for their stunning beauty.

  • Many hikers dream of climbing the Tyan Shan peaks.

  • The Tyan Shan mountains are famous for their breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife.

  • Tourists flock to the Tyan Shan range to experience its natural beauty and outdoor adventures.

  • The Tyan Shan is one of the longest mountain ranges in the world, stretching across several countries.

Synonyms

Tian Shan
vsTyan Shan
7.0

A large mountain range in Central Asia stretching across China, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan

is identical in meaning but differs only by an alternate spelling
Tien Shan
vsTyan Shan
7.7

A large mountain range in Central Asia that stretches about 1,500 miles

is the same range but its description adds specific country names

Surface Forms

Tyan Shan main

Morphology

Tyan + shan

The element 'shan' transparently means 'mountain', so a learner who knows the constituents would likely infer this is the name of a mountain or mountain range. However 'Tyan' is not a lexical word here (and the proper-name sense and geographic extent cannot be derived from the parts), so the full referential meaning is not fully predictable.

Etymology

Tyan Shan may come from old local words Tyan meaning 'heaven' and Shan meaning 'mountain'. The name gives the image of very high peaks that seem to touch the sky, so it fits this great mountain range today.