No. 5,941 in German
canyon
A deep, narrow valley with steep sides.
In a sentence
Der Grand Canyon ist eine weltberühmte Sehenswürdigkeit.
The Grand Canyon is a world-famous attraction.
Here, 'Canyon' is used as part of a proper noun referring to a specific geographical location, highlighting its global recognition as a natural wonder.
Vom Rand des Canyons hat man eine spektakuläre Aussicht.
From the edge of the canyon, one has a spectacular view.
In this case, 'Canyon' refers to a geological feature characterized by steep sides or cliffs, describing a place from which one observes stunning landscapes.
Ein Canyon entsteht durch langanhaltende Erosion durch Wasser und Wind.
A canyon forms through sustained erosion by water and wind.
The usage of 'Canyon' here explains the formation and significance of such natural structures in ecology and geological processes, emphasizing educational aspects of geography.
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