capital of tanzania
Definition
Proper noun The official seat of government and largest port city of the United Republic of Tanzania, located on the eastern coast of Africa along the Indian Ocean.
Usage
This term is used specifically to refer to the primary administrative and political center of Tanzania. It functions as a proper noun and is typically preceded by the definite article "the" when used in a sentence. * The capital of Tanzania is a major economic and diplomatic hub. * We flew into the capital of Tanzania to begin our safari.
Advanced Usage
- The phrase is often used in geographical and political contexts to distinguish this city from other major urban centers in Tanzania, such as Dar es Salaam (the former capital and largest city) or Arusha.
- While Dar es Salaam is the commercial center, the capital of Tanzania is where the parliament is located.
Variants and Related Words
- Dodoma: This is the specific name of the city that is the capital of Tanzania. The terms "Dodoma" and "the capital of Tanzania" are often used interchangeably, though "Dodoma" is more precise.
- Dodoma was officially designated as the capital of Tanzania in 1974.
Synonyms
- Seat of government of Tanzania: A more formal synonym emphasizing the administrative function.
- Dodoma: The direct and most common synonym.
Related Phrases
- Political capital: While not a phrasal verb, this related phrase can be used to emphasize the city's primary governmental role, in contrast to a commercial or cultural capital.
- The government functions from the political capital, Dodoma.
Noun
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the capital and largest port city of Tanzania on the Indian Ocean
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