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Palermo

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Name — The capital city of Sicily, Italy.

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Etymology

Comes from Italian Palermo, from Sicilian Palermu, from Arabic بَلَرْم (Balarm), from Latin Panormus, from Ancient Greek Πάνορμος (Pánormos), formed from πᾰν- (păn-, "all") and ὅρμος (hórmos, "port") in reference to its natural harbour.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Palermo” mean?
The word “Palermo” means the capital city of Sicily, Italy.
How do you pronounce “Palermo”?
“Palermo” is pronounced puh-LUR-moh (/pəˈlɜː(ɹ)məʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Palermo” in a sentence?
Here is “Palermo” used in a sentence: “Palermo is known for its historic markets and architecture.”
What part of speech is “Palermo”?
“Palermo” is a name.
Is “Palermo” a common word?
“Palermo” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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