Definition and meaning of English word "canyon"
canyon
/ˈkænjən/
Meaning
NounA valley, especially a long, narrow, steep valley, cut in rock by a river.
How to use
The term 'canyon' is often used in geography and tourism to refer to a deep, narrow valley with steep sides, typically formed by a river. A common learner mistake is to confuse 'canyon' with 'gorge', which is a narrower and often more rugged valley. In English, 'canyon' is typically used as a countable noun, e.g., 'The Grand Canyon is a famous natural wonder.'
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canyon
Example
I saw a canyon.
The canyon is deep.
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Common phrases
- Canyon National Park— a national park featuring a canyon
- hike through a canyon— to walk through a canyon for recreation
- explore a canyon— to investigate and discover the features of a canyon
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Frequency rank: #477 in English
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The English word "canyon" means "canyon" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Used for deep valleys." (which translates as "canyon").
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