Synonyms for

Himalayas

Verb / ˌhɪmʌˈlaɪʌs / / ˌhɪmʌˈleɪʌs / Another word for himalayas — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The Himalayas is a mountain range in Asia, separating the plains of the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan Plateau.

Synonyms & similar words

himalayas himalayamountains himalaya Alps Andes Rockies Caucasus Appalachians Urals Drakensberg Karakoram

Example sentences

  1. The Himalayas are the tallest mountains in the world.
  2. Many people travel to the Himalayas to climb Mount Everest.
  3. The Himalayas are home to many different species of animals.
  4. The Himalayas are a popular destination for hikers and trekkers.
  5. The Himalayas are an important source of water for many countries in Asia.

Quotes

  • 'The Himalayas are the crowning achievement of the Earth.' - Sir Edmund Hillary
  • 'The Himalayas have always been a symbol of the unknown.' - Heinrich Harrer
  • 'The Himalayas are an infantile paralysis of the soul, a little kid dragging itself around on its hands and knees, sucking its thumb, while the rest of the world goes hurrying on.' - Colin Thubron

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