意思
Description of mountainous terrain.
文化背景
Mountains are considered the 'khairkhan' or protectors of the local area. Nomads never point at a mountain with a single finger as it is considered rude to the spirit; they use an open palm. Ovoos are built on high mountain passes. Travelers must stop and offer stones, milk, or vodka to ensure a safe journey through the high peaks. In poetry, the 'high mountain' often represents the father figure—stable, unmoving, and protective—while the 'river' represents the mother. Modern Mongolians are increasingly concerned about the melting of 'mönkh tsas' (eternal snow) on high mountains due to global warming, as these are the sources of the country's rivers.
Use for Awe
When you see a mountain that impresses you, simply saying 'Өндөр уул!' is a natural way to express your admiration.
Respect the Spirits
When talking about high mountains in the countryside, avoid shouting or being overly loud, as it is considered disrespectful to the mountain spirits.
意思
Description of mountainous terrain.
Use for Awe
When you see a mountain that impresses you, simply saying 'Өндөр уул!' is a natural way to express your admiration.
Respect the Spirits
When talking about high mountains in the countryside, avoid shouting or being overly loud, as it is considered disrespectful to the mountain spirits.
Case Matters
Remember that if you are *at* the mountain, it becomes 'өндөр ууланд'. The suffix changes the meaning from the object to the location.
自我测试
Fill in the blank with the correct word for 'high'.
Алтай бол маш ___ уул.
'Өндөр' means high, which is the correct attribute for the Altai mountains.
Which sentence means 'I see a high mountain'?
Choose the correct translation:
Option A correctly uses 'өндөр' (high) and 'уул' (mountain) in the correct order.
Match the Mongolian words with their English translations.
Match the following:
These are the fundamental components of the phrase and its context.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Тэр юу вэ? B: Тэр бол ___ ___.
Given the context of nature, 'өндөр уул' is the most likely answer.
🎉 得分: /4
视觉学习工具
Types of Peaks
Size
- • Өндөр уул
- • Намхан толгод
Features
- • Цаст уул
- • Мөсөн гол
练习题库
4 练习Алтай бол маш ___ уул.
'Өндөр' means high, which is the correct attribute for the Altai mountains.
Choose the correct translation:
Option A correctly uses 'өндөр' (high) and 'уул' (mountain) in the correct order.
将左侧的每个项目与右侧的配对匹配:
These are the fundamental components of the phrase and its context.
A: Тэр юу вэ? B: Тэр бол ___ ___.
Given the context of nature, 'өндөр уул' is the most likely answer.
🎉 得分: /4
常见问题
10 个问题It is neutral and can be used in any context, from a scientific report to a casual chat.
Yes, 'өндөр барилга' means a tall building.
'Уул' is the general word for mountain, while 'хайрхан' is a respectful term for a sacred mountain.
Use 'хамгийн өндөр уул'.
No, Mongolian does not use articles like English.
It's better to use your whole hand rather than just one finger to be culturally respectful.
No, you must say 'өндөр хүн'.
Often 'хөх' (blue) or 'саарал' (grey) in literature.
Yes, 'өндөр уулс'.
No, that would sound strange. Use 'толгод' for hills.
相关表达
Уул нуруу
similarMountain range
Сүрлэг уул
specialized formMajestic mountain
Намхан толгод
contrastLow hills
Цаст оргил
builds onSnowy peak
Хайрхан
synonymSacred mountain