Biskek
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Definition
Noun: - The capital city of Kyrgyzstan: Bishkek is the political, economic, and cultural center of the Kyrgyz Republic. It was known by the name Frunze from 1926 until 1991.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Bishkek is located at the foot of the Tian Shan mountain range.
- After Kyrgyzstan gained independence, the city's name was changed from Frunze back to Bishkek.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: The name "Frunze" was used during the Soviet era, honoring the Bolshevik military leader Mikhail Frunze. The reversion to "Bishkek" coincided with the country's independence.
- The city now called Bishkek was known as Frunze for most of the 20th century.
Variants and Related Words
- Frunze (noun): The former name of Bishkek (1926-1991).
- Capital (noun): A city that serves as the seat of government for a country or region, e.g.,
Synonyms
- Capital city: The primary city of a country, where the government is based.
- Metropolis: A large, important city (though Bishkek is not among the world's largest cities, it is the major urban center of Kyrgyzstan).
Noun
- the capital of Kyrgyzstan (known as Frunze 1926-1991)