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Definition of engstligen

engstligen

/ˈɛŋst.lɪ.ɡən/
Engst · li · gen
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engstligen Lexical Profile

• 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.

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Engstligen. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/engstligen
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