Milwaukee
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Name — The largest city in Wisconsin, United States, and the seat of Milwaukee County.
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Etymology
Perhaps from an Algonquian word meaning "gathering place by the water" or "the good land."
Full origin of Milwaukee →Frequently asked questions
What does “Milwaukee” mean?
The word “Milwaukee” means the largest city in Wisconsin, United States, and the seat of Milwaukee County.
How do you pronounce “Milwaukee”?
“Milwaukee” is pronounced mihl-WAW-kee (/mɪlˈwɔk.i/ in IPA).
How do you use “Milwaukee” in a sentence?
Here is “Milwaukee” used in a sentence: “They caught a Brewers game while visiting Milwaukee.”
What part of speech is “Milwaukee”?
“Milwaukee” is a name.
Is “Milwaukee” a common word?
“Milwaukee” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Is Milwaukee the capital of Wisconsin?
No. Milwaukee is the largest city in Wisconsin, but the state capital is Madison. Milwaukee is, however, the seat of Milwaukee County and the state's main urban centre.
How do you spell Milwaukee?
The standard spelling is M-i-l-w-a-u-k-e-e, with -au- in the middle and a double e at the end. Common misspellings include Milwakee and Milwauke. Note that Milwaukie, ending in -ie, is a different, much smaller city in the US state of Oregon.
Is Milwaukee on Lake Michigan?
Yes. Milwaukee sits on the western shore of Lake Michigan, and the city grew around the point where the Milwaukee River meets the lake. Its lakefront and harbour remain central to the city's identity.
What do you call a person from Milwaukee?
A resident of Milwaukee is called a Milwaukeean. The word is formed like other American demonyms and is the standard term in local usage.