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VocabJLPT N1

elevation

Noun

Definitions

1. elevation
2. height above sea level

This noun refers to the height of a location above sea level, i.e. elevation. It is commonly used in geography, weather forecasts, and when discussing mountains or hiking routes.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Before the trip, I braced myself when I heard "the lodge is at a high elevation."

Sentence 2

Hey, the numbers on that elevation sign are almost worn off.

Sentence 3

This village sits at a low elevation, and river mist rolls in every morning.

Sentence 4

My friend laughed and said, "The elevation change on this road is brutal."

Sentence 5

Please include the local elevation in the company's proposal document.