gebirgsbildend

orogenic; mountain-forming.

English translations

  1. 01

    mountain-forming

  2. 02

    orogenic

Word details

German meaning
Ein geologischer Prozess, der zur Entstehung von Gebirgen führt.
English meaning
Orogenic
Synonym
orogen
German example
Die gebirgsbildenden Kräfte haben über Millionen von Jahren diese beeindruckende Bergkette geformt.
English example
Orogenic forces have shaped this impressive mountain range over millions of years.

Example sentences with “gebirgsbildend”

  1. Die gebirgsbildenden Prozesse dauern an. (The mountain-forming processes are continuing.)

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of 'Gebirge'?

'Gebirge' means mountain range. 'Gebirgsbildend' is a compound adjective describing the creation of such ranges.