mountain

An elevation of land of considerable dimensions rising more or less abruptly, forming a conspicuous figure in the landscape, usually having a small extent of surface at its summit.

How to use

In English, the word 'mountain' is often used in formal and informal contexts to describe natural elevations of land. It's commonly used in geographical descriptions, outdoor activities, and even in idiomatic expressions like 'reaching the mountain top of one's career.' However, learners often confuse it with 'hill,' which is a smaller elevation of land. For example, 'The mountain range stretched across the horizon,' is a correct usage, but 'The mountain was a hill,' is incorrect.