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Algiers

al-JEERZ

Algiers (name) means the capital and largest city of Algeria. Example: “The ferry docked in Algiers early in the morning.”

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The capital and largest city of Algeria.

"The ferry docked in Algiers early in the morning."

How to Use Algiers

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In plain EnglishAlgeria's capital city, on the Mediterranean coast.

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The ferry docked in _____ early in the morning.

From French Alger, from Arabic al-jazair ("the islands"), referring to islets that once stood in the harbour.

Origin: French

Piers pliers Poitiers Villiers

What does “Algiers” mean?

The word “Algiers” means the capital and largest city of Algeria. In plain terms, algeria's capital city, on the Mediterranean coast.

How do you pronounce “Algiers”?

“Algiers” is pronounced al-JEERZ (/ælˈd͡ʒiɹz/ in IPA).

How do you use “Algiers” in a sentence?

Here is “Algiers” used in a sentence: “The ferry docked in Algiers early in the morning.”

What part of speech is “Algiers”?

“Algiers” is a name.

Where does the word “Algiers” come from?

The word “Algiers” comes from French. From French Alger, from Arabic al-jazair ("the islands"), referring to islets that once stood in the harbour.

Is “Algiers” a common word?

“Algiers” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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