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seven wonders of the world

/ˈsɛvən ˈwʌndəz əv ðə wɜːld/

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/ˈsɛvən ˈwʌndəz əv ðə wɜːld/B2formalart
  • ruСобирательный термин, обозначающий список из семи выдающихся древних сооружений, таких как Великая пирамида Гизы, Висячие сады Семирамиды и другие, известные своими необычайными размерами, красотой или инженерным искусством. Эта фраза также используется в более широком смысле для описания любого набора выдающихся достопримечательностей или достижений.

A collective term referring to a list of seven remarkable ancient structures, such as the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, and others, known for their extraordinary size, beauty, or engineering. The phrase is also used more broadly to describe any set of extraordinary landmarks or achievements.

  1. Ancient list of remarkable constructionsB2formal

    A famous list of seven extraordinary man-made structures from classical antiquity, known for their grandeur and architectural achievement.

    ruСемь чудес света

    • The Great Pyramid of Giza is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the World still standing.
    • Students learned about the Hanging Gardens of Babylon as one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
    • The Colossus of Rhodes was a massive statue that was part of the original Seven Wonders of the World.
  2. Modern list of global landmarksB2formal

    A contemporary list of seven impressive natural or man-made sites, chosen by popular vote or by a foundation, to represent global heritage.

    ruСемь чудес света

    • The Great Wall of China was voted as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
    • Machu Picchu in Peru is considered a modern wonder of the world.
    • The Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro is a famous wonder of the world.