bandung

Thân thiện

A family enjoys the pleasant climate of Bandung on a sunny afternoon.

Definition

Proper noun A city in Indonesia, located on the island of Java. It is situated southeast of the capital, Jakarta. The city is known as a resort area, particularly for its pleasant climate.

Usage

Bandung is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this geographical location. It is the name of the city itself. - We are planning a weekend trip to Bandung to escape the heat of Jakarta. - Bandung is famous for its colonial architecture and cool, highland weather.

Advanced Usage

• The Bandung Conference: Refers to the 1955 Asian–African Conference held in Bandung, a significant historical meeting of states.
  • The principles of the Bandung Conference promoted economic and cultural cooperation.

Variants and Related Words

• Bandungite (noun, rare): A native or inhabitant of Bandung.
• Bandung (adjective, attributive): Used to describe something originating from or characteristic of the city.
  • We bought some Bandung textiles.

Synonyms

• The Paris of Java (historical nickname): A former nickname highlighting the city's European-style elegance.
• Kota Kembang (Indonesian, meaning "City of Flowers"): A local nickname for Bandung.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a city in Indonesia; located on western Java (southeast of Jakarta); a resort known for its climate

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