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Kathmandu

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Name — The capital and largest city of Nepal.

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fly into Kathmandu the streets of Kathmandu Kathmandu Valley

Etymology

From Nepali, ultimately from Sanskrit words meaning "wood" and "pavilion" — a nod to a temple said to have been built from a single tree.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Kathmandu” mean?

The word “Kathmandu” means the capital and largest city of Nepal. In plain terms, nepal's capital city, sitting in a valley in the Himalayas.

How do you pronounce “Kathmandu”?

“Kathmandu” is pronounced kat-man-DOO (/ˌkæt.mænˈdu/ in IPA).

How do you use “Kathmandu” in a sentence?

Here is “Kathmandu” used in a sentence: “Trekkers often fly into Kathmandu before heading up toward Everest base camp.”

What part of speech is “Kathmandu”?

“Kathmandu” is a name.

Where does the word “Kathmandu” come from?

The word “Kathmandu” comes from Sanskrit. From Nepali, ultimately from Sanskrit words meaning "wood" and "pavilion" — a nod to a temple said to have been built from a single tree.

Related words

Katmandu Káthmándú

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