Bergsteiger

Bergsteiger (M) is a German word that means “mountaineer” in English. It is derived from the words “Berg” (mountain) and “Steiger” (climber). The term refers to a person who climbs mountains as a recreational activity or a profession.

Synonyms:

• Alpinist
• Kletterer

Opposites:

• Talwanderer (valley hiker)
• Ebenebewohner (flatland dweller)

Examples:

• Die erfahrenen Bergsteiger erklommen den Gipfel des Mount Everest. (The experienced mountaineers scaled the summit of Mount Everest.)
• Als leidenschaftlicher Bergsteiger reist er um die Welt, um die höchsten Gipfel zu besteigen. (As a passionate mountaineer, he travels the world to climb the highest peaks.)\ Visit YouGlish.com