Definition

Proper noun: * The capital city of the Principality of Monaco. It is the administrative and historic center, located on a rocky headland.

Usage

• Monaco-Ville is used as a specific place name to refer to the capital district. It is often contrasted with other districts like Monte Carlo (the gambling and resort area) or La Condamine (the port area).
• It is typically used in geographical, historical, and travel contexts.

Examples

• The Prince's Palace is located in Monaco-Ville.
• We visited the old town, Monaco-Ville, to see the cathedral.
• Monaco-Ville offers a more traditional and historic atmosphere compared to the glitz of Monte Carlo.

Advanced Usage

• The term is sometimes used metonymically to refer to the Monegasque government or administrative authority, as it houses the main governmental buildings.
  • The announcement came directly from Monaco-Ville.

Variants and Related Words

• Monaco: The name of the sovereign city-state and principality of which Monaco-Ville is the capital.
• The Rock (): A common local nickname for the promontory on which Monaco-Ville is built.
• Old Town: A descriptive term often used interchangeably with Monaco-Ville by tourists and guides, referring to its historic character.

Synonyms

• Capital (of Monaco)

Notes

• Monaco-Ville is a compound proper noun. It is often hyphenated in English, though the French spelling "Monaco-Ville" is also standard. It is not typically used with an article (e.g., "the Monaco-Ville" is incorrect).
• It is important to distinguish it from "Monte Carlo," which is a of Monaco famous for its casino but is not the capital.

Noun

1. the capital of Monaco