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Definition of engstligen
engstligen
/ˈɛŋst.lɪ.ɡən/
Engst · li · gen
engstligen Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
An alpine river located in the canton of Bern, Switzerland, which flows through the Adelboden valley to form a renowned waterfall.
2
A spectacular waterfall system in the Bernese Oberland region of Switzerland, commonly known as the Engstligen Falls, where the local river cascades down a sheer rock face.
Word Nuance & Usage
Typically used in English as part of the proper names 'Engstligen Falls' (a waterfall) or 'Engstligenalp' (an alpine plateau) when referring to the Swiss natural landmarks.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Engstligen. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/engstligen