alpinismo

mountaineering, mountain climbing

noun al-pee-NEEZ-moh Rare

Origin: From alpino (Alpine), from Latin Alpes (the Alps).

Usage Note

Alpinismo refers to the sport and practice of climbing mountains, especially in the Alps. The practitioner is an alpinista (m/f). It is a prestigious word in Italian culture given the Alpine tradition; alpinismo estremo denotes high-altitude or technical climbing. Do not confuse with escursionismo (hiking).

Examples

"L'alpinismo richiede forza, tecnica e coraggio."

Natural Translation

Mountaineering requires strength, technique, and courage.

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