highland

• Sich auf das Schottische Hochland beziehend oder für diese Region typisch; allgemeiner auch im Hochland gelegen oder das Hochland betreffend.

Relating to the Highlands of Scotland; describing something characteristic of that region.

1. Relating to highlandsB1formalbritish

   Of or relating to a region of high land, especially the Scottish Highlands.

   Hochland-

   • The highland landscape is rugged and beautiful.
   • They visited a highland village during their trip to Scotland.
   • Highland cattle are known for their long horns and shaggy coats.

   Synonymealpinemontaneupland

   Antonymelowland

2. Cultural or traditionalB2formalbritish

   Associated with the culture, traditions, or people of the Scottish Highlands.

   kulturell oder traditionell

   • The highland games feature events like caber tossing and bagpipe competitions.
   • She wore a highland tartan scarf to the festival.
   • Highland dancing is a popular traditional art form.

• Substantiv, das ein erhöhtes oder bergiges Gebiet bezeichnet, oft mit unebenem Gelände und kühlerem Klima.

A noun referring to an elevated or mountainous region of land, often characterized by rugged terrain and cooler climate.

1. Elevated regionB1formal

   An area of high land, typically with mountains or hills.

   Hochland

   • The Scottish highlands are famous for their rugged beauty.
   • They traveled to the highlands to escape the summer heat.
   • The highlands receive more rainfall than the lowlands.

   Synonymehigh groundplateauridgetablelandupland

   Antonymelowlandplainvalley

2. Geographic regionB1formalbritish

   A specific elevated area, often used as a proper noun for regions like the Scottish Highlands.

   Hochland

   • She grew up in the highlands of Scotland.
   • The highlands are home to many rare species of birds.
   • Tourists flock to the highlands for hiking and sightseeing.

   Synonymehigh countryplateautableland