aqaba

Thân thiện

A cargo ship sails into the port of Aqaba.

Definition

Proper noun * Aqaba: A port city in Jordan, situated in the southwestern part of the country on the Gulf of Aqaba.

Usage

• Aqaba is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this city. It is typically preceded by the preposition "in" when describing location.
  • The cruise ship made a stop in Aqaba.
  • Aqaba is Jordan's only coastal city.

Advanced Usage

• The Gulf of Aqaba: The body of water on which the city is located. This is a common geographical reference.
  • The Gulf of Aqaba is a northern extension of the Red Sea.

Variants and Related Words

• Aqaban (adjective): Pertaining to or originating from Aqaba.
  • The Aqaban economy relies heavily on tourism and port activities.

Different Meanings

This word functions almost exclusively as a proper noun referring to the Jordanian city. It does not have other common meanings in general English usage.

Synonyms

• Port of Jordan: A descriptive synonym highlighting its function.
  • Aqaba, the primary port of Jordan, handles most of the country's maritime trade.

Related Phrases

• City of Aqaba: A formal or descriptive alternative name.
  • The City of Aqaba has a rich history dating back to ancient times.

Học thuật

Noun

1. Jordan's port; located in southwestern Jordan on the Gulf of Aqaba

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Al Aqabah
• Aqaba
• Akaba