valley

noun
UK: /ˈvæl.i/
US: /ˈvæl.i/

  1. A low area of land between hills or mountains, typically with a river or stream flowing through it.

    1. We drove through the valley. [ ] [ ]
    2. The fertile valley provides ideal conditions for growing grapes and other crops. [ ] [ ]

  2. An extended period of low activity, achievement, or emotional state.

    1. The company experienced a valley in sales last quarter. [ ] [ ]
    2. After a period of great success, the artist entered a creative valley, struggling to find new inspiration. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

hollow depression dale glen
valley verb

  1. To form into a valley or valleys; to resemble a valley.

    1. The land valleys gently. [ ] [ ]
    2. The roofline valleys, creating a visually interesting and architecturally sound design. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "valley" in English means: A low area of land between hills or mountains, typically with a river or stream flowing through it., An extended period of low activity, achievement, or emotional state..

The phonetic transcription of "valley" is /ˈvæl.i/ in British English and /ˈvæl.i/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "valley": hollow, depression, dale, glen.

Example usage of "valley": "We drove through the valley.". More examples on the page.