cliff
word
/ˈkɫɪf/
klif
/klˈɪf/
klif
Definition
A cliff is a high, very steep side of rock or earth, often near the sea or on a mountain. It drops sharply down and can be dangerous to stand close to.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used for a natural rock face: 'a steep cliff', 'the edge of the cliff', 'cliff path'. Common near the sea ('sea cliff') and in hiking/travel contexts. Don't confuse it with 'hill' or 'slope', which are usually less steep.
Spanish: acantiladoPortuguese (BR): penhasco - falésiaPortuguese (PT): falésia - penhascoChinese (Simplified): 悬崖Chinese (Traditional): 懸崖Hindi: चट्टान की खड़ी ढलान - खड़ी चट्टानArabic: جرف صخري - هاوية صخريةBengali: অববাহিকা - খাড়া পাথুরে ঢালRussian: утёс - скала (обрыв)Japanese: 崖Vietnamese: vách đáKorean: 절벽Turkish: uçurum - falezUrdu: چٹانIndonesian: tebing
Example Sentences
The road goes along the cliff by the sea.
basic
The bird made its nest on the cliff.
basic
We stood far from the edge of the cliff.
basic
That view from the top of the cliff was absolutely worth the hike.
natural
I got way too close to the cliff, and my friend pulled me back.
natural
The house sits right on the cliff, with nothing but ocean below.
natural