Definition

Proper noun: * The capital and largest city of the Philippines: "capital of the philippines" is the official name for the primary city that serves as the seat of government and is the most populous urban center in the country of the Philippines. It is situated on the island of Luzon.

Usage

• This term is used as a proper noun to specifically identify the political and administrative center of the Philippines. It functions grammatically as a singular noun phrase.
• Example: "Manila is the capital of the Philippines."

Advanced Usage

• The phrase can be used in geopolitical, historical, or travel contexts to denote centrality and importance.
  • Example: "The treaty was signed in the capital of the Philippines."

Variants and Related Words

• Manila (n): The most common and official name for the capital city.
• National capital (n): A general term for the city that serves as the seat of government for a country.

Synonyms

• Manila
• National capital (of the Philippines)

Notes on Meaning

• The definition provided refers specifically to the city of Manila. It is important to note that while "Metro Manila" is a larger metropolitan region, the constitutional and historical "capital of the philippines" is the City of Manila itself.

Noun

1. the capital and largest city of the Philippines; located on southern Luzon