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Islamabad

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Name — The capital city of Pakistan, a planned city built in the 1960s to replace Karachi as the seat of government.

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Etymology

From Urdu, meaning "city of Islam" — combining Islam with -abad, a Persian suffix meaning "town" or "city."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Islamabad” mean?

The word “Islamabad” means the capital city of Pakistan, a planned city built in the 1960s to replace Karachi as the seat of government. In plain terms, pakistan's capital city.

How do you pronounce “Islamabad”?

“Islamabad” is pronounced ihz-LAH-muh-bahd (/ɪzˈlɑːməˌbɑːd/ in IPA).

How do you use “Islamabad” in a sentence?

Here is “Islamabad” used in a sentence: “Diplomats from around the world are based in Islamabad.”

What part of speech is “Islamabad”?

“Islamabad” is a name.

Where does the word “Islamabad” come from?

The word “Islamabad” comes from Persian. From Urdu, meaning "city of Islam" — combining Islam with -abad, a Persian suffix meaning "town" or "city.".

Is “Islamabad” a common word?

“Islamabad” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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