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10 Language-to-English DictionariesNile
/naɪl/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A major north-flowing river in northeastern Africa, known as the longest river in the world.
"The Nile is essential for agriculture in Egypt, providing water to the arid landscape." - 2
A river in the context of its historical significance and cultural importance.
"The ancient Egyptians revered the Nile as a source of life and prosperity."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The name 'Nile' is derived from the Latin 'Nilus', which in turn comes from the Greek 'Νεῖλος' (Neilos). The Greek term is believed to have originated from the Egyptian word 'Ḥpī', meaning 'great river'. The Nile has been a vital waterway since ancient times, shaping the civilizations that arose along its banks.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Nile" is said worldwide
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Nil
Transliteration: nil
"Le Nil est le plus long fleuve du monde."
Nil
Transliteration: nil
"Der Nil ist eine wichtige Wasserquelle für Ägypten."
Nilo
Transliteration: nilo
"Il Nilo è fondamentale per l'agricoltura in Egitto."
Nilo
Transliteration: nilo
"El Nilo es esencial para la vida en Egipto."
Nilo
Transliteration: nilo
"O Nilo é o rio mais longo do mundo."
निल
Transliteration: nil
"निल मिस्र की कृषि के लिए महत्वपूर्ण है।"
尼罗河
Transliteration: Nílúohé
"尼罗河是世界上最长的河流。"
나일 강
Transliteration: Nail gang
"나일 강은 고대 이집트 문명에 중요한 역할을 했습니다."
ナイル川
Transliteration: Nairu-gawa
"ナイル川はエジプトの農業に欠かせない存在です。"
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