Definition

Proper noun The primary city and administrative center of the Kingdom of Eswatini (formerly Swaziland). It is the seat of the country's government, including the parliament and other key administrative offices.

Usage

This term is used to refer specifically to the city that serves as the seat of government for Eswatini. It is a proper noun and is typically capitalized. * The official capital of Swaziland is Mbabane. * Government functions are concentrated in the capital of Swaziland.

Examples

• Diplomatic meetings are often held in the capital of Swaziland.
• The capital of Swaziland is situated in the scenic Mdimba Mountains.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used in historical or formal contexts. Note that the country's official name changed to the Kingdom of Eswatini in 2018, so in contemporary usage, "capital of Eswatini" is more precise, though "capital of Swaziland" remains widely understood.

Variants and Related Words

• Mbabane: The specific name of the city that is the capital.
• Administrative capital: A more descriptive term for its primary governmental function.
• Seat of government: A general phrase meaning the location of a nation's central political administration.

Synonyms

• Mbabane
• Administrative center (of Eswatini/Swaziland)
• Government seat (of Eswatini/Swaziland)

Noun

1. capital of Swaziland; located in northwestern Swaziland