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Boise

BOY-see

Boise (name) means the capital and largest city of Idaho, USA. Example: “She moved to Boise for a new tech job.”

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The capital and largest city of Idaho, USA.
"She moved to Boise for a new tech job."
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Etymology

From French la rivière boisée, "the wooded river" — early French trappers named the area after the trees along the riverbanks.

Origin: French

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Boise” mean?

The word “Boise” means the capital and largest city of Idaho, USA.

How do you pronounce “Boise”?

“Boise” is pronounced BOY-see (/ˈbɔɪsiː/ in IPA).

How do you use “Boise” in a sentence?

Here is “Boise” used in a sentence: “She moved to Boise for a new tech job.”

What part of speech is “Boise”?

“Boise” is a name.

Where does the word “Boise” come from?

The word “Boise” comes from French. From French la rivière boisée, "the wooded river" — early French trappers named the area after the trees along the riverbanks.

Is “Boise” a common word?

“Boise” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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