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koppie

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˈkɒpi/

KK: /kɑːpi/

noun
Definition

A small hill that rises above the surrounding land, often found in African landscapes.


Example

We climbed to the top of the koppie to enjoy the view.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever climbed a koppie?
Sloth B
No, I haven't, but I've heard it's a great view from the top.
Sloth A
You should definitely try it; the scenery is amazing from a koppie.
Sloth B
That sounds fantastic! I’ll have to plan a trip soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
hill
mound
knoll
Antonyms
valley
plain
lowland
Root Explanation

The word 'koppie' originates from Afrikaans, derived from the Dutch word 'koppie', meaning a small hill or mound. It refers specifically to a small elevated landform.

Memory Tip

Think of a small hill or mound when you hear 'koppie', as it directly describes this type of landform.

Visually Confused Words
kopi
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