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South and Central Asia Vocabulary - Tajikistan

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South and Central Asia Vocabulary
fascinating
fascinating
[Adjective]

extremely interesting or captivating

Ex: The history of ancient civilizations is endlessly fascinating to archaeologists. 
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landscape
landscape
[noun]

an area of scenery visible in a single view

Ex: The hikers admired the mountain landscape at sunrise. 
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lively
lively
[Adjective]

(of a place or atmosphere) full of excitement and energy

Ex: She loved the lively atmosphere at the outdoor market. 
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breathtaking
breathtaking
[Adjective]

incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

Ex: The ballet performance was simply breathtaking, with its graceful movements and stunning choreography. 
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local
local
[noun]

an inhabitant of a particular area or community

Ex: The locals were very welcoming to the new residents in the neighborhood. 
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unforgettable
unforgettable
[Adjective]

so memorable that being forgotten is impossible

Ex: Their wedding day was an unforgettable celebration filled with love and joy. 
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mountain range

a group of mountains or hills in a line

Ex: The Himalayas are the highest mountain range in the world. 
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scenery
scenery
[noun]

the overall appearance of a place, including its natural features and buildings

Ex: The mountain scenery was beautiful. 
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hospitality

kindness in welcoming guests or strangers

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host
host
[noun]

a person who invites guests to a social event and ensures they have a pleasant experience while there

Ex: The host welcomed everyone with a warm smile and guided them to their seats. 
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full meal
full meal
[noun]

a complete and satisfying amount of food, typically including a main course, side dishes, and sometimes dessert

Ex: They prepared a full meal to celebrate the special occasion. 
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wrestling
wrestling
[noun]

a sport in which two players hold each other while trying to throw or force the other one to the ground

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trade route

a regularly used path or route across the sea, often for the exchange of goods and services between different places or countries

Ex: This ancient trade route at sea connected Asia and Europe. 
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goods
goods
[noun]

items made or produced for sale

Ex: The store offers a wide range of goods, from fresh produce to handmade crafts. 
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silk
silk
[noun]

a type of smooth soft fabric made from the threads that silkworms produce

Ex: She draped a silk scarf around her neck, enjoying the cool, smooth texture against her skin. 
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ruin
ruin
[noun]

(plural) the remains of something such as a building after it has been seriously damaged or destroyed

Ex: They explored the ruins of an old castle during their trip. 
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remains
remains
[noun]

the parts of the objects and structures from ancient times that have survived destruction and been discovered

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temple
temple
[noun]

a building used for worshiping one or several gods, used by some religious communities, especially Buddhists and Hindus

Ex: They visited the ancient temple to offer prayers and seek blessings. 
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in use
in use
[Adjective]

currently being used

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collapse
collapse
[noun]

(of a system, organization, etc.) a sudden and abrupt failure

Ex: The collapse of the government sparked protests across the country. 
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in terms of
in terms of
[preposition]

referring to or considering a specific aspect or factor

Ex: In terms of performance, the new car outperforms its competitors in terms of speed and acceleration. 
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to go back

to trace the existence or origin of something to a specific point in time

Ex: The tradition of celebrating the festival goes back for centuries. 
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civilization

a society that has developed its own culture and institutions in a particular period of time or place

Ex: Ancient Egypt is considered one of the greatest civilizations in history. 
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independence

the state of being free from the control of others

Ex: The country gained its independence after years of colonial rule. 
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rural
rural
[Adjective]

related to or characteristic of the countryside

Ex: He grew up in a rural village surrounded by farmland and forests. 
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neighboring
neighboring
[Adjective]

(of a place) close to another

Ex: The neighboring countries of Canada and the United States share the longest undefended border in the world. 
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step by step
step by step
[Adverb]

regarding the method of progressing gradually by taking one small action or stage at a time

Ex: She learned to play the piano step by step, starting with basic scales. 
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wildlife
wildlife
[noun]

all wild animals, considered as a whole, living in the natural environment

Ex: The national park is home to a variety of wildlife, including bears and wolves. 
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snow leopard

a large, elusive, and endangered big cat species known for its unique beauty, adapted for life in high-altitude mountainous regions of Central Asia

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rare
rare
[Adjective]

found only in small numbers so considered interesting or valuable

Ex: The museum displayed rare artifacts from ancient civilizations, each considered priceless due to their scarcity. 
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to spot
to spot
[Verb]

to notice or see someone or something that is hard to do so

Ex: The hiker could spot the rare bird perched high in the trees. 
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ibex
ibex
[noun]

a wild goat that inhabits mountainous areas of Europe and is identified with long curved horns

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golden eagle

a large North American bird of prey of the eagle family with golden feathers on its neck that lives in mountains

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altitude
altitude
[noun]

the distance between an object or point and sea level

Ex: The airplane reached a cruising altitude of 30,000 feet above sea level. 
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way of life
way of life
[phrase]

a set of values, rules, standards, and principles typical to a person or group

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alive
alive
[Adjective]

*** continuing in existence or use

Ex: * keeping hope alive 
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generation

people born and living at approximately the same period of time

Ex: The older generation often reminisces about life before smartphones became ubiquitous. 
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bond
bond
[noun]

a relationship between people or groups based on shared experiences, ideas, or emotions

Ex: The teammates developed a strong bond during the championship season. 
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to grow
to grow
[Verb]

to cause a plant to develop and give fruit or flowers

Ex: She grows beautiful roses in her garden. 
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to raise
to raise
[Verb]

to grow or reproduce animals or plants

Ex: Farmers cleared the land in order to raise cattle. 
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staple
staple
[Adjective]

used or consumed regularly by many people as a fundamental part of daily life

Ex: Rice is a staple food in many cultures around the world. 
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clay
clay
[noun]

a type of heavy and sticky soil that is molded when wet and is baked to become hardened in pottery or ceramic making

Ex: She shaped the wet clay into a bowl. 
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glacier
glacier
[noun]

a large mass of ice that forms over long periods of time, especially in polar regions or high mountains

Ex: Scientists study glaciers to understand the effects of climate change on ice melt and sea-level rise. 
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polar region

the part of the Earth's surface forming a cap over a pole; characterized by frigid climate

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massive
massive
[Adjective]

extremely large or heavy

Ex: The museum displayed a massive dinosaur skeleton. 
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valuable
valuable
[Adjective]

worth a large amount of money

Ex: The rare diamond ring is a valuable possession passed down through generations. 
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insight
insight
[noun]

a penetrating and profound understanding that goes beyond surface-level observations or knowledge

Ex: Years of study and contemplation yielded profound insights into the nature of existence. 
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