Zurich
What is another word for Zurich? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Switzerland's largest city, a major banking and financial centre, sitting at the northern tip of Lake Zurich.
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How to use Zurich
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Zurich airport
Lake Zurich
canton of Zurich
Etymology
The name traces back through German Zürich and Old High German Zurih to the Latin name Turicum, itself probably from an earlier Celtic settlement name.
Full origin of Zurich →Frequently asked questions
What does “Zurich” mean?
The word “Zurich” means switzerland's largest city, a major banking and financial centre, sitting at the northern tip of Lake Zurich. In plain terms, switzerland's biggest city, well known for banking, wealth, and a famously high standard of living.
How do you pronounce “Zurich”?
“Zurich” is pronounced ZYOOR-rihk (/ˈzɜɹ.ɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “Zurich” in a sentence?
Here is “Zurich” used in a sentence: “They flew into Zurich for a conference on international banking.”
What part of speech is “Zurich”?
“Zurich” is a noun.
Where does the word “Zurich” come from?
The word “Zurich” comes from Latin. The name traces back through German Zürich and Old High German Zurih to the Latin name Turicum, itself probably from an earlier Celtic settlement name.
Is “Zurich” a common word?
“Zurich” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Zurich” have?
“Zurich” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: switzerland's largest city, a major banking and financial centre, sitting at the northern tip of Lake Zurich.
Is Zurich the capital of Switzerland?
No, Zurich is Switzerland's largest city and a major banking and financial centre, but it is not the country's capital; that role belongs to Bern. Zurich is, however, the capital of the canton in which it sits.
Where is Zurich located in Switzerland?
Zurich sits at the northern tip of Lake Zurich, and is both the country's largest city and the capital of its surrounding canton.
What is Zurich known for economically?
Zurich is known as a major banking and financial centre, reflecting its role as an economic hub within Switzerland and internationally.
