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Sarajevo

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Name — The capital city of Bosnia and Herzegovina, situated along the Miljacka river.

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Etymology

From Ottoman Turkish "saray" ("palace") plus a Serbo-Croatian suffix meaning "plain" or "lowland."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Sarajevo” mean?

The word “Sarajevo” means the capital city of Bosnia and Herzegovina, situated along the Miljacka river. In plain terms, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

How do you pronounce “Sarajevo”?

“Sarajevo” is pronounced sa-ruh-YAY-voh (/ˌsæ.ɹəˈjeɪ.voʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Sarajevo” in a sentence?

Here is “Sarajevo” used in a sentence: “The assassination in Sarajevo in 1914 helped trigger the First World War.”

What part of speech is “Sarajevo”?

“Sarajevo” is a name.

Where does the word “Sarajevo” come from?

The word “Sarajevo” comes from Ottoman Turkish. From Ottoman Turkish "saray" ("palace") plus a Serbo-Croatian suffix meaning "plain" or "lowland.".

Is “Sarajevo” a common word?

“Sarajevo” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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