Bern
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Name — The capital city of Switzerland, located on the Aare River.
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Etymology
From Alemannic German Bärn, of uncertain further origin. A popular folk etymology says it was named by its founder, Berthold V, Duke of Zähringen, after the first animal he saw in the area, a Bär(in) (“bear”) (compare Berlin, subject to a similar folk etymology). The name is now thought to be connected to a Celtic word...
Full origin of Bern →Frequently asked questions
What does “Bern” mean?
The word “Bern” means the capital city of Switzerland, located on the Aare River.
How do you pronounce “Bern”?
“Bern” is pronounced burn (/bɝn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Bern” in a sentence?
Here is “Bern” used in a sentence: “The Swiss parliament meets in Bern.”
What part of speech is “Bern”?
“Bern” is a name.
Is “Bern” a common word?
“Bern” is an uncommon word in modern English.