Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • The capital city of Tajikistan: This term specifically refers to the primary city that serves as the seat of government and administrative center of the country Tajikistan. It was known as Stalinabad from 1926 to 1991.

Usage

• The term "capital of Tajikistan" is used to identify the city itself in geographical, political, and cultural contexts. It functions as a proper noun and is typically capitalized.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Dushanbe is the capital of Tajikistan.
  • The conference will be held in the capital of Tajikistan.

Advanced Usage

• Used in formal and academic writing to specify the political center of the nation.
  • The economic policies drafted in the capital of Tajikistan influence the entire region.

Variants and Related Words

• Dushanbe: The current and official name of the city.
• Stalinabad: The former name of the city from 1926 to 1991.

Synonyms

• Dushanbe
• Stalinabad (historical)

Notes

• This term is a compound noun phrase functioning as a single proper noun to name a specific city. Its historical name, Stalinabad, is relevant for contexts discussing the Soviet era.

Noun

1. the capital of Tajikistan; formerly Stalinabad 1926-1991