Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • The site of the royal residence and the de facto capital in the western part of the Netherlands; seat of the International Court of Justice: "Den Haag" refers to a major city in the Netherlands that serves as the administrative and royal center, hosting important international institutions.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The International Court of Justice is located in Den Haag.
  • While Amsterdam is the official capital, Den Haag is the seat of the Dutch government and monarchy.

Advanced Usage

• "The Hague": This is the common English name for "Den Haag".
  • The peace conference was held in The Hague.

Variants and Related Words

• The Hague (proper noun): The standard English name for the city "Den Haag".
  • The Hague is known for its international courts and embassies.

Synonyms

• The Hague: The English equivalent name for the city.

Noun

1. the site of the royal residence and the de facto capital in the western part of the Netherlands; seat of the International Court of Justice