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Dundee

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Name — A city in Scotland, and the name of numerous other places worldwide.

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Etymology

Borrowed from Scottish Gaelic Dùn Dè ("good fort").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Dundee” mean?

The word “Dundee” means a city in Scotland, and the name of numerous other places worldwide.

How do you pronounce “Dundee”?

“Dundee” is pronounced duhn-DEE (/dʌnˈdiː/ in IPA).

How do you use “Dundee” in a sentence?

Here is “Dundee” used in a sentence: “Dundee is famous for its jam, jute, and journalism.”

What part of speech is “Dundee”?

“Dundee” is a name.

Where does the word “Dundee” come from?

The word “Dundee” comes from Scottish Gaelic. Borrowed from Scottish Gaelic Dùn Dè ("good fort").

Is “Dundee” a common word?

“Dundee” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Is Dundee a city or a surname?

Dundee is primarily known as a city in Scotland, but the name is also used for numerous other places worldwide and can appear as a surname or place name unrelated to Scotland.

Why is Dundee capitalized?

Dundee is capitalized because it is a proper noun, functioning as the name of a specific place rather than a common descriptive word.

Are there places named Dundee outside Scotland?

Yes, the name Dundee has been given to numerous other towns and places around the world, often by settlers or namers referencing the original Scottish city.

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