Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • The capital and largest city of Guatemala: "Guatemala City" is the primary urban, administrative, and cultural center of the Republic of Guatemala.

Usage

• "Guatemala City" is used as a specific place name. It functions as a singular proper noun and is typically preceded by the definite article "the" when referring to the city itself (e.g., "the city of Guatemala City").
• It is the seat of the national government and the most populous metropolitan area in Guatemala.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The earthquake caused significant damage in Guatemala City.
  • She flew into Guatemala City to attend the conference.
  • Many tourists use Guatemala City as a base for exploring the highlands.

Advanced Usage

• "Greater Guatemala City": Refers to the metropolitan area encompassing the core city and its surrounding municipalities.
  • The population of Greater Guatemala City exceeds three million people.

Variants and Related Words

• Guatemalan (adj): Of or relating to Guatemala or Guatemala City.
  • Guatemalan coffee is exported from the port near Guatemala City.
• Guatemalteco/a (n): A Spanish term for a person from Guatemala City or Guatemala.
  • Many guatemaltecos work in the capital's financial district.

Synonyms

• Capital of Guatemala: The official designation.
• La Nueva Guatemala de la Asunción: The official historical name of the city.

Notes on Meaning

• This term refers exclusively to the modern capital city, founded in 1776 after the destruction of the former capital, Antigua Guatemala. It should not be confused with the country name "Guatemala" alone, which refers to the nation.

Noun

1. the capital and largest city of Guatemala