Benghazi
Benghazi (name) means a major port city in eastern Libya. Example: “Benghazi is Libya's second-largest city after Tripoli.”
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_____ is Libya's second-largest city after Tripoli.
Etymology
From an Arabic name recorded historically as "port of ibn Ghazi," referring to a local Muslim holy man.
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What does “Benghazi” mean?
The word “Benghazi” means a major port city in eastern Libya.
How do you pronounce “Benghazi”?
“Benghazi” is pronounced behn-GAH-zee (/bɛnˈɡɑ.zi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Benghazi” in a sentence?
Here is “Benghazi” used in a sentence: “Benghazi is Libya's second-largest city after Tripoli.”
What part of speech is “Benghazi”?
“Benghazi” is a name.
Where does the word “Benghazi” come from?
The word “Benghazi” comes from Arabic. From an Arabic name recorded historically as "port of ibn Ghazi," referring to a local Muslim holy man.
Is “Benghazi” a common word?
“Benghazi” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What country is Benghazi located in?
Benghazi is a major port city located in eastern Libya.
Is Benghazi the capital of Libya?
No, Benghazi is not the capital of Libya; it is a major port city in the eastern part of the country, distinct from the national capital.
Is Benghazi always capitalized?
Yes, as the proper name of a specific city, Benghazi is always capitalized.
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