mountain
- 01 A1 Beginner
a very high hill, much taller than the land around it, often with steep sides.
a natural elevation of the earth's surface rising more or less abruptly from the surrounding level.
Simple“We spent the whole day hiking up the mountain to see the view.”
In context“The rugged mountain range formed a natural barrier between the two coastal provinces, effectively isolating their distinct cultural traditions for centuries.”
- 02 B1 Intermediate
a very large pile or amount of something.
a large quantity or heap of something, often implying an overwhelming volume.
Simple“I have a mountain of paperwork to finish before I can go home.”
In context“After the holiday weekend, the logistics team faced a mountain of unprocessed orders that required immediate attention to meet shipping deadlines.”
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
a very difficult problem or challenge that you have to deal with.
a figurative representation of a formidable obstacle or a task requiring immense effort to overcome.
Simple“Learning a new language can feel like a mountain at first.”
In context“The new administration inherited a mountain of debt, making their ambitious social reform agenda significantly harder to implement within the first term.”
- 04 C2 Proficiency
a slang word for a woman's large breast.
a slang term referring to a large breast; typically used in the plural.
Simple“The comedian made a crude joke about the actress's mountains.”
In context“The dialogue in the film was criticized for its reliance on dated slang, including several vulgar references to 'mountains' that felt out of place.”