dhaulagiri: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Extremely Low (Proper Noun)Specialized, Geographical, Academic, Mountaineering
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What does “dhaulagiri” mean?
A proper noun referring to a major mountain peak in the Himalayas.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A proper noun referring to a major mountain peak in the Himalayas.
Specifically, the seventh-highest mountain in the world, located in Nepal and part of the Dhaulagiri Massif. The name is of Sanskrit origin meaning 'white mountain'.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No major differences. Both dialects treat it solely as a proper noun for the mountain.
Connotations
Connotations of extreme altitude, remoteness, and mountaineering challenge are identical across dialects.
Frequency
Frequency is equally negligible in everyday usage for both. Used only in specific geographical, mountaineering, or travel contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “dhaulagiri” in a Sentence
Dhaulagiri is + [location/description] (Dhaulagiri is in Nepal.)to climb/ascend DhaulagiriVocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “dhaulagiri” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The Dhaulagiri expedition was legendary.
American English
- The Dhaulagiri climbing route is notoriously difficult.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Virtually unused.
Academic
Used in geography, geology, and environmental studies papers discussing Himalayan formations.
Everyday
Only used in travel or mountaineering discussions.
Technical
Used in mountaineering reports, climbing logistics, and topographic mapping.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “dhaulagiri”
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Neutral
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Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “dhaulagiri”
- Misspelling: 'Daulagiri', 'Dhauligiri'.
- Mispronouncing the 'g' as hard /g/ instead of soft /ɡ/.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
It derives from Sanskrit, meaning 'white mountain' (Dhawala = white, Giri = mountain).
Almost never. It is almost exclusively a proper noun referring to the specific peak. In metaphorical use, it may function as a proper noun used generically.
The primary difference is in the final vowel. British English often uses /ˈɡɪəri/ (with a schwa), while American English tends towards /ˈɡɪri/.
No, it is the seventh-highest. Mount Everest is the highest.
A proper noun referring to a major mountain peak in the Himalayas.
Dhaulagiri is usually specialized, geographical, academic, mountaineering in register.
Dhaulagiri: in British English it is pronounced /ˌdaʊləˈɡɪəri/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌdaʊləˈɡɪri/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'DOW (like the stock market) a LAG, I'm weary (Iri)' – reaching the top of Dhaulagiri would make anyone weary after a long lag on the climb.
Conceptual Metaphor
A SYMBOL OF AN ALMOST INSUPERABLE CHALLENGE (e.g., 'That project is my Dhaulagiri.').
Practice
Quiz
In which country is Dhaulagiri located?