n'djamena
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Definition
Proper noun: * The capital and largest city of Chad: "N'Djamena" is the primary administrative, economic, and cultural center of the country of Chad. It is situated in the southwestern part of the nation on the banks of the Chari River.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- The peace talks were held in N'Djamena.
- N'Djamena serves as a major market hub for the region.
- The airport in N'Djamena is an important connection point for central Africa.
Advanced Usage
- "the N'Djamena of...": This structure is rarely used but could appear in comparative or historical contexts to describe a city's role or character.
- In the 19th century, the settlement was the N'Djamena of its region, a bustling crossroads for trade.
Variants and Related Words
- Historical name: Fort-Lamy: The city was known by this name from its founding in 1900 until 1973.
- The city now called N'Djamena was originally established as Fort-Lamy.
Synonyms
- Capital city: A city that is the official seat of government of a country.
- Metropolis: A very large and densely populated city, often the chief city of a country or region.
Related Phrases
- Located on the Chari (or Shari) River: A common descriptive phrase specifying the city's geographical setting.
- N'Djamena, located on the Chari River, faces challenges related to seasonal flooding.
Noun
- the capital and largest city of Chad; located in the southwestern on the Shari river