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Pronunciation / Transliteration: Washington
"Le Président a donné un discours à Washington hier."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The capital city of the United States, located on the Potomac River.
"The President delivered a speech in Washington yesterday." - 2
A U.S. state located in the Pacific Northwest, known for its diverse geography and economy.
"Washington is famous for its coffee culture and beautiful landscapes."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The name 'Washington' is derived from the Old English personal name 'Wassa', meaning 'Wassa's estate'. It became prominent in the 18th century, particularly associated with George Washington, the first President of the United States, which solidified its recognition as a place name.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Washington" is said worldwide
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Washington
Transliteration: Washington
"Le Président a donné un discours à Washington hier."
Washington
Transliteration: Washington
"Der Präsident hielt gestern eine Rede in Washington."
Washington
Transliteration: Washington
"Il Presidente ha tenuto un discorso a Washington ieri."
Washington
Transliteration: Washington
"El Presidente dio un discurso en Washington ayer."
Washington
Transliteration: Washington
"O Presidente fez um discurso em Washington ontem."
वाशिंगटन
Transliteration: Vāśiṅgaṭana
"कल राष्ट्रपति ने वाशिंगटन में एक भाषण दिया।"
华盛顿
Transliteration: Huáshèngdùn
"总统昨天在华盛顿发表了演讲。"
워싱턴
Transliteration: Woshingteon
"대통령이 어제 워싱턴에서 연설을 했습니다."
ワシントン
Transliteration: Washinton
"大統領は昨日ワシントンで演説をしました。"
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