alpine

• Adjetivo que se refiere a las altas montañas, especialmente a los Alpes; se usa para describir paisajes, plantas o deportes relacionados con regiones montañosas.

Relating to high mountains, especially the Alps; used to describe landscapes, plants, or sports associated with mountainous regions.

1. Relating to high mountainsB2formal

   Connected with or typical of high mountain regions, especially the Alps.

   alpino

   • The alpine landscape is breathtaking in its beauty.
   • They went on an alpine hiking trip in Switzerland.
   • Alpine villages are often isolated during winter.

   Sinónimoshigh-altitudehighlandmontanemountainousupland

2. Living above the tree lineC1formal

   Describing plants or animals that live or grow in the high-altitude zone above the timber line.

   Alpino (vive sobre la línea de árboles)

   • Alpine flowers bloom only for a short period in summer.
   • The alpine tundra is home to hardy species like the mountain goat.
   • Alpine vegetation is adapted to harsh winds and cold temperatures.

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