Benin
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Name — A country in West Africa, formerly known as Dahomey until 1975.
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Etymology
From Portuguese Benim, itself from an Itsekiri name for the Benin Kingdom, first recorded in the 1490s.
Full origin of Benin →Frequently asked questions
What does “Benin” mean?
The word “Benin” means a country in West Africa, formerly known as Dahomey until 1975.
How do you pronounce “Benin”?
“Benin” is pronounced bih-NEEN (/bəˈnin/ in IPA).
How do you use “Benin” in a sentence?
Here is “Benin” used in a sentence: “Benin shares borders with Nigeria, Togo, and Niger.”
What part of speech is “Benin”?
“Benin” is a name.
Where does the word “Benin” come from?
The word “Benin” dates back to around 1490 and comes from Portuguese. From Portuguese Benim, itself from an Itsekiri name for the Benin Kingdom, first recorded in the 1490s.
Is “Benin” a common word?
“Benin” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Benin” have?
“Benin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a country in West Africa, formerly known as Dahomey until 1975.