glen
Translation
narrow valley
Examples
A small river runs through the glen.
A small river runs through the glen.
They walked down into the peaceful glen.
They walked down into the peaceful glen.
Grammar Patterns
a/the glen A river runs through the glen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: valley, dale, vale
Etymology
From Scottish Gaelic and Irish 'gleann' meaning 'valley'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a green valley in the Scottish Highlands. The word 'glen' itself sounds quiet and contained, like the place.