Cool MateMeaning of Glacier
In simple words: A large, slow-moving mass of ice.
Glacier in a sentence
- The glacier slowly carved out the valley over thousands of years.
- Scientists study glaciers to understand climate change.
- The glacier melted rapidly due to rising temperatures.
- We hiked to the top of the glacier to enjoy the stunning views.
- Glaciers are vital sources of fresh water for many regions.
How to use Glacier
Used mostly in scientific contexts or discussions about nature. Not commonly used in informal speech.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'glass' to remember how clear and shiny glaciers can be.
Related words
Collocations with Glacier
- glacier retreat
- glacier melting
- glacier formation
Synonyms for Glacier
- ice mass
- ice sheet
- frozen river
- ice cap
Common mistakes with Glacier
- Confused with 'iceberg' - a glacier is not the same as an iceberg.
- 'Glaciers' is often mispronounced as 'glace-ers'.
Glacier appears in
Glacier in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
نهر جليدي
كتلة جليدية كبيرة تتحرك ببطء.
- Bengaliবাংলা
হিমবাহ
বরফের একটি বড়, ধীরে ধীরে চলমান অংশ।
- GermanDeutsch
Gletscher
Ein großer, sich langsam bewegender Eisblock.
- SpanishEspañol
Glaciar
Una masa de hielo grande y que se mueve lentamente.
- Persianفارسی
یخچال
تودهای بزرگ و آرام از یخ.
- FrenchFrançais
Glacier
Une grosse masse de glace qui bouge doucement.
- Hindiहिन्दी
हिमनद
बर्फ का एक बड़ा, धीरे-धीरे चलने वाला पिंड।
- ItalianItaliano
Ghiacciaio
Una grande massa di ghiaccio che si muove lentamente.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Geleira
Uma grande massa de gelo que se move devagar.
- RussianРусский
Ледник
Большая, медленно движущаяся масса льда.
- Urduاردو
گلیشیر
برف کا ایک بڑا، آہستہ آہستہ بہنے والا ڈھیر۔
- Chinese中文
冰川
一大块缓慢移动的冰。
More s like Glacier
- Ice sheet
A massive layer of ice that covers extensive land areas, particularly in polar regions.
- DataA2
Facts or information used for analysis or decision-making.
- TheoryB1
A set of principles or ideas intended to explain something.
- VisionB2
The ability to see something or a mental image of what you want to achieve.
- MicroscopeB1
An instrument used to magnify small objects for detailed observation.
- CompoundB2
a thing consisting of two or more separate things combined together
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Frequently asked questions about Glacier
What does Glacier mean?
A large, slow-moving mass of ice.
What is the definition of Glacier?
A large body of dense ice that moves slowly over land.
How do you use Glacier in a sentence?
The glacier slowly carved out the valley over thousands of years.
Can you give another example of Glacier?
Scientists study glaciers to understand climate change.
What are synonyms for Glacier?
Common alternatives include ice mass, ice sheet, frozen river, ice cap.
What words go with Glacier?
It commonly pairs with glacier retreat, glacier melting, glacier formation.
What are common mistakes when using Glacier?
Confused with 'iceberg' - a glacier is not the same as an iceberg. 'Glaciers' is often mispronounced as 'glace-ers'.
How do you pronounce Glacier?
US: //ˈɡleɪʃər//, UK: //ˈɡleɪʃə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Glacier?
Used mostly in scientific contexts or discussions about nature. Not commonly used in informal speech.