San Jose
Definition
Proper noun 1. The capital and largest city of Costa Rica: A major city and the political, economic, and cultural center of the Republic of Costa Rica. 2. A city in western California, USA: A major city located in the southern part of the San Francisco Bay Area, historically known as a center for the computer and electronics industries.
Usage Examples
- As the capital of Costa Rica:
- San Jose is known for its beautiful museums and theaters.
- Many tourists fly into San Jose before visiting Costa Rica's national parks.
- As a city in California:
- San Jose is one of the largest cities in California.
- The technology company is headquartered in San Jose.
Advanced Usage
- The two cities are distinguished by context. When referring to the city in Costa Rica, it is often specified as "San José, Costa Rica" (note the accent). The California city is commonly referenced as part of "Silicon Valley" or the "San Francisco Bay Area."
- "Silicon Valley": While not a formal administrative name, San Jose, California, is considered the capital of Silicon Valley, a global center for high technology and innovation.
Variants and Related Words
- San José: The standard spelling for the capital of Costa Rica, using the Spanish orthography with an accent on the 'e'.
- Silicon Valley: The region in the southern San Francisco Bay Area, encompassing San Jose and other cities, synonymous with the tech industry.
Synonyms
- For San Jose, Costa Rica: Capital of Costa Rica.
- For San Jose, California: Heart of Silicon Valley, Bay Area city.
Related Phrases
- San Jose Sharks: The professional ice hockey team based in San Jose, California.
- San Jose International Airport (SJC): The primary airport serving San Jose, California.
- Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO): The primary airport serving San Jose, Costa Rica.
Noun
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the capital and largest city of Costa Rica
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a city in western California located at the southern end of San Francisco Bay to the south of San Francisco; a center for computer and electronics industries
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