asuncion
Definition
Proper noun: * The capital and chief port of Paraguay: "Asunción" is the name of the capital city of the South American country of Paraguay. It is also the country's primary port located on the Paraguay River.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Asunción was founded in 1537 by Spanish explorers.
- The government of Paraguay is based in Asunción.
- We flew into Asunción and then traveled to other parts of the country.
Advanced Usage
- "Greater Asunción": Refers to the metropolitan area that includes the capital city and its surrounding suburbs and satellite cities.
- Most of the country's industry is concentrated in Greater Asunción.
Variants and Related Words
- Asunceno (male) / Asuncena (female) (noun): A demonym for a person from Asunción.
- The asuncenos celebrated their city's founding anniversary.
Synonyms
- Capital of Paraguay: The primary city and seat of government for Paraguay.
- Nuestra Señora Santa María de la Asunción: The city's full historical name, meaning "Our Lady Saint Mary of the Assumption."
Noun
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the capital and chief port of Paraguay
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