Definition

Proper noun: - The capital city of the Kyrgyz Republic (Kyrgyzstan). It was known by the name Frunze from 1926 until 1991.

Usage

"Bishkek" is used exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the specific city. It is typically used in geographical, political, and cultural contexts. - The conference on Central Asian trade will be held in Bishkek. - Bishkek is situated at the foothills of the Tian Shan mountain range.

Advanced Usage

• Historical Reference: When discussing the Soviet era, the name "Frunze" is used for the period 1926-1991.
  • The city now called Bishkek was known as Frunze during much of the Soviet period.

Variants and Related Words

• Frunze (proper noun): The former name of Bishkek (1926-1991), named after the Bolshevik military leader Mikhail Frunze.
• Kyrgyzstan (proper noun): The country of which Bishkek is the capital.

Synonyms

• Capital of Kyrgyzstan: The primary and formal synonym.
• Frunze: The historical synonym for the city during a specific period.

Noun

1. the capital of Kyrgyzstan (known as Frunze 1926-1991)