proper noun
Uncommon
Beirut
bay-ROOT
Beirut (proper noun) means the capital and largest city of Lebanon. Example: “Beirut is known for its vibrant nightlife and Mediterranean cuisine.”
proper noun
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The capital and largest city of Lebanon.
"An Israeli airstrike rocked southern Beirut on Sunday soon after the military issued an evacuation warning for the Lebanese capital."
— Oren Liebermann, Israeli airstrike rocks southern Beirut after military issues evacuation warning (2025)
"Beirut is known for its vibrant nightlife and Mediterranean cuisine."
How to use Beirut
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLebanon's capital city.
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Etymology
Traced back through Arabic and Ottoman Turkish to a Phoenician word believed to mean "wells."
Frequently asked questions
What does “Beirut” mean?
The word “Beirut” means the capital and largest city of Lebanon. In plain terms, lebanon's capital city.
How do you pronounce “Beirut”?
“Beirut” is pronounced bay-ROOT (/beɪˈɹuːt/ in IPA).
How do you use “Beirut” in a sentence?
Here is “Beirut” used in a sentence: “Beirut is known for its vibrant nightlife and Mediterranean cuisine.”
What part of speech is “Beirut”?
“Beirut” is a proper noun.
Where does the word “Beirut” come from?
The word “Beirut” comes from Arabic. Traced back through Arabic and Ottoman Turkish to a Phoenician word believed to mean "wells.".
Is “Beirut” a common word?
“Beirut” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What country is Beirut the capital of?
Beirut is the capital of Lebanon. It is also the country's largest city.
Is Beirut the largest city in Lebanon?
Yes, Beirut holds the distinction of being both the capital and the largest city in Lebanon.
Is Beirut always capitalized?
Yes, as the proper name of a specific city, Beirut is always written with a capital B.
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