Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • The capital and largest city of Albania: Tirana is the primary city and administrative center of the country of Albania, located in the central part of the nation.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • We flew into Tirana to begin our tour of Albania.
  • Tirana has undergone significant modernization in recent decades.
  • The National Museum of History is a major cultural site in Tirana.

Advanced Usage

• "Greater Tirana": Refers to the metropolitan area encompassing the capital city and its surrounding suburbs.
  • The population of Greater Tirana continues to grow rapidly.

Variants and Related Words

• Tiranan (adj): Of or relating to Tirana.
  • The Tiranan architecture reflects a blend of historical and contemporary styles.

Synonyms

• Capital city: The city that serves as the seat of government.
• National capital: The primary city of a nation, housing its central administration.

Related Phrases

• Heart of Albania: A descriptive phrase sometimes used for Tirana due to its central geographic and cultural position.
  • Tirana is often considered the vibrant heart of Albania.

Noun

1. the capital and largest city of Albania in the center of the country