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Essen

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Name — A large industrial city in western Germany, historically important for coal and steel production.

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Etymology

From the German city and surname, often confused with essen (“eating”), but this is not related. The city's oldest name, Astnide, could be related to Old High German asc (“ash tree”). The surname is from the city.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Essen” mean?

The word “Essen” means a large industrial city in western Germany, historically important for coal and steel production.

How do you pronounce “Essen”?

“Essen” is pronounced EH-suhn (/ˈɛsən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Essen” in a sentence?

Here is “Essen” used in a sentence: “Essen was once the heart of Germany's coal industry.”

What part of speech is “Essen”?

“Essen” is a name.

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