Geröllfeld

scree field, field of loose rubble

noun ge-RERL-felt Rare

Usage Note

Geröllfeld describes an open expanse of loose stones and rubble, typically on mountain slopes below a Felswand. Hikers must navigate carefully as the stones shift underfoot.

Examples

"Nach stundenlangem Aufstieg mussten wir ein breites Geröllfeld überqueren."

Natural Translation

After hours of climbing we had to cross a wide scree field.

Literal Translation

After hours-long ascent we had to cross a wide scree field.

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