Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • The capital and largest city of Sri Lanka: "capital of Sri Lanka" is the primary administrative and political center of the country, as well as its most populous urban area.
   • A major port city: It is noted for having one of the largest natural harbors in the world.
   • Geographic location: It is situated on the western coast of the island nation.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The capital of Sri Lanka is a bustling metropolis.
  • We flew into the capital of Sri Lanka to begin our tour.
  • The historic district in the capital of Sri Lanka is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Advanced Usage

• Used in formal and geographic contexts to specify the seat of government, distinct from other cities in the country.
  • The peace talks were held in the capital of Sri Lanka.

Variants and Related Words

• Colombo: This is the specific name for the city that is the executive and judicial capital of Sri Lanka.
• Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte: This is the official administrative capital and seat of the national legislature, located within the Colombo metropolitan area. The phrase "capital of Sri Lanka" can refer to the broader metropolitan and governmental region encompassing both.

Synonyms

• Colombo: The most common specific synonym.
• Seat of government of Sri Lanka: A formal descriptive synonym.

Noun

1. the capital and largest city of Sri Lanka; has one of the largest harbors in the world; is located on the western coast of the island of Ceylon