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Amman
uh-MAHN
Amman (name) means the capital city of Jordan. Example: “They flew into Amman before touring Petra.”
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The capital city of Jordan.
"They flew into Amman before touring Petra."
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Etymology
From Arabic Ammān.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Amman” mean?
The word “Amman” means the capital city of Jordan.
How do you pronounce “Amman”?
“Amman” is pronounced uh-MAHN (/ɑːˈmɑːn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Amman” in a sentence?
Here is “Amman” used in a sentence: “They flew into Amman before touring Petra.”
What part of speech is “Amman”?
“Amman” is a name.
Where does the word “Amman” come from?
The word “Amman” comes from Arabic. From Arabic Ammān.
Is “Amman” a common word?
“Amman” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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