Angola
/æɳ'gɔ:rə/ Cách viết khác : (angola) /æɳ'goulə/
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A country in southwestern Africa: Angola is a sovereign nation located on the west coast of southern Africa, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west.
- A former Portuguese colony: Angola achieved independence from Portugal in 1975.
- A nation with a history of civil conflict: The country experienced a significant civil war following independence, which lasted until approximately 1990.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Luanda is the capital city of Angola.
- Angola is a major producer of oil and diamonds.
- The civil war in Angola ended in 2002.
Advanced Usage
- "Angolan" (adjective): Pertaining to Angola.
- The Angolan economy has grown significantly.
- "Angolan" (noun): A citizen or native of Angola.
- He is an Angolan working abroad.
Variants and Related Words
- Angolan: The primary demonym and adjective form.
- Republic of Angola: The official long-form name of the country.
Synonyms
- Republic of Angola: The official name.
- Nation-state: A sovereign state (general term, not a direct synonym but a category).
Related Phrases
- Angola's coast: Refers to the Atlantic coastline of the country.
- Angola's coast is rich in marine life.
- War in Angola: Refers to the historical conflicts, primarily the Angolan Civil War.
- The war in Angola had devastating humanitarian consequences.
Noun
- a republic in southwestern Africa on the Atlantic Ocean; achieved independence from Portugal in 1975 and was the scene of civil war until 1990