alpine
/ˈælpaɪn/
CEFR level C1Topic NatureWord #5499 in the learning path
高山的；阿尔卑斯山的
Definitions
adj. relating to high mountains, especially the Alps
高山的；阿尔卑斯山的
Example
Tiny alpine flowers grew between rocks beside the trail.
小小的高山花朵生长在小径旁的岩石缝中。
Rising temperatures threaten alpine ecosystems by reducing snow cover and forcing mountain species to move higher.
气温上升使积雪覆盖减少，并迫使山地物种向更高处迁移，从而威胁高山生态系统。
Collocations
- alpine plants
- alpine meadows
- alpine skiing
- alpine ecosystem
Usage tip
泛指高山环境用小写；专指阿尔卑斯山常大写。
FAQ
- What does alpine mean?
- relating to high mountains, especially the Alps
- How is alpine pronounced?
- UK /ˈælpaɪn/, US /ˈælpaɪn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
