jamaica

Thân thiện

A colorful map shows the island of Jamaica in the Caribbean Sea.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • An island in the Caribbean Sea: A large island nation located in the West Indies, south of Cuba and west of Haiti.
   • A sovereign country: An independent nation on the island of Jamaica, which gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1962. Its economy faces significant poverty, with tourism being the primary industry.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • We went on vacation to Jamaica last winter.
  • Jamaica is famous for its reggae music and beautiful beaches.
  • The capital of Jamaica is Kingston.

Advanced Usage

• "Out of many, one people": The national motto of Jamaica, reflecting its multi-ethnic society.
  • The motto "Out of many, one people" is a core part of Jamaica's national identity.

Variants and Related Words

• Jamaican (adjective): Of or relating to Jamaica or its people.
  • She loves Jamaican cuisine, especially jerk chicken.
• Jamaican (noun): A person from Jamaica.
  • He is a Jamaican who now lives in London.

Synonyms

• Caribbean island: (when referring to its geographical nature)
• Nation state: (when referring to its political status)

Related Phrases

• "Jamaica time": A colloquial phrase referring to a more relaxed, unhurried approach to punctuality, often associated with the local culture.
  • The meeting will start on "Jamaica time," so don't worry if you're a few minutes late.

Học thuật

Noun

1. an island in the West Indies to the south of Cuba and to the west of Haiti
2. a country on the island of Jamaica; became independent of England in 1962; much poverty; the major industry is tourism

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