What does Sierra mean?
Definitions for Sierra
siˈɛr əsier·ra
This dictionary definitions page includes all the possible meanings, example usage and translations of the word Sierra.
Princeton's WordNet
sierranoun
a range of mountains (usually with jagged peaks and irregular outline)
sierra, Scomberomorus sierranoun
a Spanish mackerel of western North America
Wiktionary
sierranoun
A rugged range of mountains.
sierranoun
The letter S in the ICAO spelling alphabet.
Sierranoun
of modern American usage, from the Spanish noun, confused with Ciara and Sarah.
Etymology: From sierra
Wikipedia
Sierra
Sierra is a song co-written and recorded by American country music duo Maddie & Tae. It was released to radio on May 16, 2016 as the fourth single off of their debut studio album, Start Here. The song was written by the duo (Taylor Dye/Madison Marlow) and Aaron Scherz.
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sierra
A Sierra is a range or chain of mountains that has a jagged or saw-toothed appearance. The term was originally used in Spanish-speaking regions and has been adopted into English usage.
Webster Dictionary
Sierranoun
a ridge of mountain and craggy rocks, with a serrated or irregular outline; as, the Sierra Nevada
Etymology: [Sp., properly, a saw, fr. L. serra a saw. See Serrate.]
Wikidata
Sierra
Sierra was an American Contemporary Christian pop music trio formed by Wendi Foy Green, Jennifer Hendrix, and Deborah Schnelle. Founded in 1992, the vocal-based trio released their first full-length, self-titled album in 1994 on the CCM label, Star Song. In 1998, Deborah Schnelle left the group and was soon replaced by Marianne Tutalo. After the release of five albums which produced a string of CCM radio hits including seven to reach #1, the group disbanded in 2002. In 2004, Jennifer Hendrix and Marianne Tutalo formed the CCM worship band, Abide.
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Sierra
sē-er′ra, n. a ridge of mountains: a scombroid fish. [Sp., usually derived from L. serra, a saw. Some suggest Ar. sehrah, a desert place, whence also Sahara.]
The Nuttall Encyclopedia
Sierra
the name given to a range of mountains with a saw-like ridge.
Suggested Resources
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Surnames Frequency by Census Records
SIERRA
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Sierra is ranked #973 in terms of the most common surnames in America.
The Sierra surname appeared 35,770 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 12 would have the surname Sierra.
90.5% or 32,393 total occurrences were of Hispanic origin.
7.2% or 2,586 total occurrences were White.
0.7% or 265 total occurrences were Black.
0.6% or 229 total occurrences were Asian.
0.5% or 182 total occurrences were American Indian or Alaskan Native.
0.3% or 114 total occurrences were of two or more races.
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Anagrams for Sierra »
raiser
airers
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of Sierra in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of Sierra in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7
Examples of Sierra in a Sentence
Sierra Denali holds tremendous equity for GMC and our customers, we now have an opportunity to evolve Sierra’s capabilities and technologies, as afforded by transitioning to an all-electric propulsion while also elevating the luxurious design and comfort associated with Denali.
The Chinese ship illuminated the green laser light twice toward the BRP Malapascua, causing temporary blindness to her crew at the bridge. The Chinese vessel also made dangerous maneuvers by approaching about 150 yards from the vessel’s starboard quarter, the deliberate blocking of the Philippine government ships to deliver food and supplies to our military personnel on board the BRP Sierra Madre is a blatant disregard for, and a clear violation of, Philippine sovereign rights in this part of the West Philippine Sea.
In Guinea and Sierra Leone, existing Fund financial programs are being augmented to provide more resources to these countries. In Liberia, a one-off disbursement under the Fund's Rapid Credit Facility is being considered.
Of course, we're glad that the epidemic is improving in Sierra Leone and surrounding countries, and the case counts have come down.
This candlelight vigil and procession is to shed light on the issue of sexual violence in Sierra Leone, remember Hannah and all unnamed victims of sexual violence.
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- سييراArabic
- The word "sierra" in Czech can be translated as "pila." If you were referring to something else, please provide additional context!Czech
- The English word "sierra" can be translated to Danish as "sierra" as well, especially when referring to a mountain range, as "sierra" is often used in geographical contexts. If you mean something else by "sierra," please provide additional context foDanish
- SierraGerman
- οροσειράGreek
- sierraEsperanto
- sierraSpanish
- SalmeEstonian
- رشته کوه تیز و دندانهدارPersian
- SakariFinnish
- sierraFrench
- पहाड़ों का सिलसिलाHindi
- The English word "sierra" can be translated to Hungarian as "sierra" (it is often used in the same form, especially in geographical contexts). However, if you are referring to a saw (as in "sawtooth"), the Hungarian word would be "fűrész". Please claHungarian
- սիեռաArmenian
- The word "sierra" can be translated to Indonesian as "sierra" as well, especially if it refers to a mountain range or a saw. If you are looking for a specific context, please provide more details!Indonesian
- sierraItalian
- The word "sierra" can be translated to Hebrew as "סיירה". If you are referring to a specific context (like a mountain range, a mountain, or another meaning), please let me know for a more accurate translation.Hebrew
- シエラJapanese
- The word "sierra" can be translated to Kannada as "ಸಿಯೆರ್ರಾ" (pronounced as "sierrā"). If you are referring to a mountain range, you may also use "ಹಟ್ಟುಗೋಲು" (hattugōlu) for the general term 'mountain range.' Please clarify if you need a different coKannada
- 산맥Korean
- sierraLatin
- sierraDutch
- sierraNorwegian
- The word "sierra" can be translated to Polish as "sierra" when referring to a saw, or it can also mean "góry" or "łańcuch górski" if it refers to a mountain range context. Please provide more context if you need a specific translation!Polish
- serraPortuguese
- The word "sierra" can be translated to Romanian as "sierra" or "fierăstrău", depending on the context. If you are referring to a mountain range, "sierra" is often used as is. If you mean a saw, then "fierăstrău" would be appropriate. Please provide mRomanian
- Семён, горная цепь, СергейRussian
- SierraSwedish
- சியராTamil
- The word "sierra" can be translated to Telugu as "గిరిజాలం" (girijālaṁ). However, if you are referring to a specific sierra, like a mountain range, it may not have a direct translation. Please provide more context if needed!Telugu
- The word "sierra" can be translated to Thai as "เขาสูง" (khao sung) which refers to a mountain range, or you can use "เทือกเขา" (theuk khao) to denote a series of mountains. If "sierra" is referring to a specific place or context, please provide addiThai
- The translation of "sierra" to Turkish is "testere." If you meant a different context, please provide more information.Turkish
- гірський ланцюгUkrainian
- The word "sierra" in Vietnamese can be translated as "dãy núi" if referring to a mountain range. However, if it's used in another context, please provide more information for an accurate translation.Vietnamese
- The word "sierra" can be translated to Yiddish as "סיאַרра." However, if you are referring to a geographical term meaning "mountain range," the Yiddish term would be "בירג קאָרד" (birg kord). Please specify if you mean a different context!Yiddish
- 塞拉Chinese
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