Belfast
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Name — The capital and largest city of Northern Ireland.
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Etymology
From Irish Béal Feirste (literally “mouth of the River Farset”).
Full origin of Belfast →Frequently asked questions
What does “Belfast” mean?
The word “Belfast” means the capital and largest city of Northern Ireland.
How do you pronounce “Belfast”?
“Belfast” is pronounced BEHL-fast (/ˈbɛl.fæst/ in IPA).
How do you use “Belfast” in a sentence?
Here is “Belfast” used in a sentence: “They toured the shipyards of Belfast.”
What part of speech is “Belfast”?
“Belfast” is a name.
Is “Belfast” a common word?
“Belfast” is a fairly common word in modern English.
Is Belfast in the UK or the Republic of Ireland?
Belfast lies on the island of Ireland but is the capital of Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom. It is not part of the Republic of Ireland, the separate country that shares the island.
What is the difference between Belfast and Dublin?
Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland and part of the United Kingdom, while Dublin is the capital of the Republic of Ireland, an independent country. The two cities sit on the same island but belong to different nations.
Is Belfast part of England?
No, Belfast is not in England. It is the capital of Northern Ireland, which together with England, Scotland, and Wales makes up the United Kingdom. Northern Ireland is a distinct part of the UK.