nicaragua

Thân thiện

A map shows the country of Nicaragua in Central America.

Definition

Proper noun A country in Central America, officially the Republic of Nicaragua. It is the largest country in Central America by area and is bordered by Honduras to the north and Costa Rica to the south, with coastlines on both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. It achieved independence from Spain in 1821.

Usage

The word "Nicaragua" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to the country, its government, its people, or its culture. * Nicaragua is known for its lakes and volcanoes. * The capital of Nicaragua is Managua. * She studied the history of Nicaragua.

Advanced Usage

• Demonym: A person from Nicaragua is a Nicaraguan.
  • The Nicaraguan poet Rubén Darío is a famous literary figure.
• Adjective Form: The adjective form is also Nicaraguan.
  • Nicaraguan coffee is exported worldwide.
  • We enjoyed Nicaraguan cuisine.

Variants and Related Words

• Nicaraguan (noun): A citizen or native of Nicaragua.
• Nicaraguan (adjective): Of or relating to Nicaragua or its people.

Synonyms

• Republic of Nicaragua (official name)

Học thuật

Noun

1. a republic in Central America; achieved independence from Spain in 1821

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Nicaragua
• Republic of Nicaragua