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Haiti

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Name — A country occupying the western third of the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean.

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Etymology

From a Taíno word meaning "land of high mountains," the name the island's original inhabitants used for Hispaniola.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Haiti” mean?

The word “Haiti” means a country occupying the western third of the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean. In plain terms, a Caribbean nation sharing the island of Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic.

How do you pronounce “Haiti”?

“Haiti” is pronounced HAY-tee (/ˈheɪ.ti/ in IPA).

How do you use “Haiti” in a sentence?

Here is “Haiti” used in a sentence: “Haiti became the first Black-led republic in the world after its 1804 independence.”

What part of speech is “Haiti”?

“Haiti” is a name.

Is “Haiti” a common word?

“Haiti” is a fairly common word in modern English.

Where is Haiti located?

Haiti occupies the western third of the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean. It shares the island with the Dominican Republic, which occupies the eastern two-thirds.

What is the difference between Haiti and Hispaniola?

Hispaniola is the name of the island itself, while Haiti is one of the two countries that share it, occupying the western third. The Dominican Republic occupies the remainder of the island.

Related words

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