Definition

Proper noun 1. The capital city of Spain: Madrid is the primary city and administrative center of the country of Spain, located in the geographical center of the Iberian Peninsula. 2. A major European cultural and political hub: The city is known as a seat of government, a center for arts and finance, and is home to renowned institutions.

Usage Examples

• As the capital:
  • Madrid is a vibrant European capital with a rich history.
  • The government of Spain is based in Madrid.
• As a cultural and geographical reference:
  • We flew into Madrid before traveling to other parts of Spain.
  • The Prado Museum in Madrid houses an incredible collection of art.

Advanced Usage

• "Madrid-based": Used as a compound adjective to describe something originating or headquartered in the city.
  • She works for a Madrid-based financial company.
• In geopolitical or sports contexts, "Madrid" can represent the institutions or teams from the city.
  • The negotiations involved officials from Madrid and the regional government.

Variants and Related Words

• Madrileño/Madrileña (noun/adjective): A person from Madrid, or something relating to Madrid.
  • The Madrileño tradition of eating tapas late at night is famous.
• Madridista (noun): A supporter of the Real Madrid football club.

Synonyms

• The Spanish capital
• The capital of Spain

Related Phrases

• City of Madrid: A formal or descriptive phrase emphasizing its urban character.
  • The City of Madrid hosts numerous international conferences.
• Community of Madrid: Refers to the larger autonomous community surrounding the city.
  • The population of the Community of Madrid is over 6 million.

Noun

1. the capital and largest city situated centrally in Spain; home of an outstanding art museum