Sherpa
noun
A member of a group of people from Nepal, famous for their ability to assist in mountain climbing.
The climbers hired a sherpa to guide them up the Himalayan Mountain.
Often appears as...
- lead sherpa
- experienced sherpa
noun
Someone who provides guidance or help, especially in difficult conditions.
As a coach, I act like a sherpa, helping my team navigate the obstacles they face.
Often appears as...
- advice sherpa
- coach sherpa
noun
A member of a group of people from Nepal, famous for their ability to assist in mountain climbing.
The climbers hired a sherpa to guide them up the Himalayan Mountain.
Often appears as...
- lead sherpa
- experienced sherpa
noun
Someone who provides guidance or help, especially in difficult conditions.
As a coach, I act like a sherpa, helping my team navigate the obstacles they face.
Often appears as...
- advice sherpa
- coach sherpa
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Ethnic Origin
Originally refers to an ethnic group known for guiding in the Himalayas.
I learned about the Sherpa people in my geography class.
Pro Tip 2/3Physical Endurance
Implies remarkable strength and expertise in mountaineering.
Our sherpa carried heavy loads with ease.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Respect
Using 'sherpa' respectfully acknowledges their unique mountain culture.
We respected our sherpa not just as a guide, but as a cultural ambassador.
Pro Tip 1/3Ethnic Origin
Originally refers to an ethnic group known for guiding in the Himalayas.
I learned about the Sherpa people in my geography class.
Pro Tip 2/3Physical Endurance
Implies remarkable strength and expertise in mountaineering.
Our sherpa carried heavy loads with ease.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Respect
Using 'sherpa' respectfully acknowledges their unique mountain culture.
We respected our sherpa not just as a guide, but as a cultural ambassador.
Pro Tip 1/3Ethnic Origin
Originally refers to an ethnic group known for guiding in the Himalayas.
I learned about the Sherpa people in my geography class.
Pro Tip 2/3Physical Endurance
Implies remarkable strength and expertise in mountaineering.
Our sherpa carried heavy loads with ease.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Respect
Using 'sherpa' respectfully acknowledges their unique mountain culture.
We respected our sherpa not just as a guide, but as a cultural ambassador.
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Video examples
Summiting the World’s...
it's two o'clock in the evening think this is one of the hottest climb we have ever met that's ming maggioja sherpa he goes by ming magee for short he and his team are trying to make history on the world's second highest
Video examples
Summiting the World’s...
it's two o'clock in the evening think this is one of the hottest climb we have ever met that's ming maggioja sherpa he goes by ming magee for short he and his team are trying to make history on the world's second highest
Example 1 of 1
Quote examples
Betty Gilpin
American Actress
Growing up, I was a self-loathing Igor who carried the queen's books. My job was to be the sarcastic sherpa, quietly providing the farce and adoration, then becoming part of the wall when cued.
Quote examples
Betty Gilpin
American Actress
Growing up, I was a self-loathing Igor who carried the queen's books. My job was to be the sarcastic sherpa, quietly providing the farce and adoration, then becoming part of the wall when cued.
Example 1 of 1
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