Edmonton
What is another word for Edmonton? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Name — The capital city of Alberta, Canada, and also a district in North London.
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Etymology
From Middle English Adelmetone, from Old English Ēadhelm + tūn (“town”). The Canadian city was named after the area of London.
Full origin of Edmonton →Frequently asked questions
What does “Edmonton” mean?
The word “Edmonton” means the capital city of Alberta, Canada, and also a district in North London.
How do you pronounce “Edmonton”?
“Edmonton” is pronounced EHD-muhn-tuhn (/ˈɛdməntən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Edmonton” in a sentence?
Here is “Edmonton” used in a sentence: “Edmonton hosts a large annual fringe festival.”
What part of speech is “Edmonton”?
“Edmonton” is a name.
Is “Edmonton” a common word?
“Edmonton” is a fairly common word in modern English.
Is Edmonton in Canada or England?
There are two well-known places called Edmonton: the capital city of Alberta, Canada, and a district in North London, England. Context usually makes clear which one is meant, though the Canadian city is more prominent internationally.
What is Edmonton, Alberta known for?
Edmonton is the capital city of the Canadian province of Alberta, serving as a major administrative, economic, and cultural center in western Canada.
Why do Edmonton, Canada and Edmonton, London share the same name?
Edmonton, Canada was named by settlers after Edmonton in North London, reflecting a common colonial practice of naming new settlements after places back in Britain.
