slopes
word · lemma: slope
Definition
Slopes are surfaces that are not flat and go up or down at an angle, like hillsides or parts of a mountain. It can also refer to areas used for skiing.
Usage & Nuances
Common in geography and skiing; 'on the slopes' often means ski areas. Use 'slopes' (plural) for mountains or ski resorts. Not used for small ramps or city inclines—use 'hill' or 'incline' instead.
Spanish: pendientes - laderasPortuguese (BR): encostas - ladeirasPortuguese (PT): encostas - ladeirasChinese (Simplified): 斜坡Chinese (Traditional): 斜坡Hindi: ढलानेंArabic: منحدراتBengali: ঢাল - পাহাড়ের ঢালRussian: склоныJapanese: 斜面Vietnamese: sườn dốcKorean: 비탈 - 사면Turkish: yama yamacı - eğim (dağ) - kayak pistiUrdu: ڈھلوانیںIndonesian: lereng
Example Sentences
The children played on the slopes behind the house.
basic
We went skiing on the slopes last weekend.
basic
You'll find the best views from the higher slopes of the mountain.
natural
The ski resort has slopes for beginners and experts alike.
natural
After the rain, the grassy slopes became slippery and hard to walk on.
natural
The slopes are covered in snow during winter.
basic