djakarta
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- Capital and largest city of Indonesia: "Djakarta" refers to the primary city and administrative center of Indonesia, which is also its most populous urban area.
- Located on the island of Java: The city is situated on the northwest coast of the island of Java.
- Founded by the Dutch in the 17th century: The city's modern foundation is attributed to Dutch colonial settlers in the early 1600s.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Djakarta is a bustling metropolis with a rich history.
- The conference will be held in Djakarta next month.
- She moved to Djakarta for work.
Advanced Usage
- Historical/Formal Context: "Djakarta" is an older spelling variant. In modern contexts, the standard spelling is "Jakarta." The spelling "Djakarta" might be encountered in historical texts or certain formal documents.
- The treaty was signed in the city then known as Djakarta.
Variants and Related Words
- Jakarta (Proper noun): The contemporary and more common standard spelling for the city.
- Jakarta is facing challenges related to rapid urbanization.
- Batavia (Proper noun): The historical name for the city during the Dutch colonial period.
- The port of Batavia was a major trading hub.
Synonyms
- Capital city: A city that is the seat of government for a country.
- Megacity: A very large city, typically one with a population of over ten million people.
Related Phrases
- Greater Jakarta: Refers to the larger metropolitan area surrounding the city, also known as Jabodetabek.
- The traffic in Greater Jakarta is famously congested.
Noun
- capital and largest city of Indonesia; located on the island of Java; founded by the Dutch in 17th century