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Botswana

bot-SWAH-nuh

Botswana (noun) means a landlocked country in Southern Africa, with Gaborone as its capital. Example: “They went on safari in Botswana to see the wildlife of the Okavango Delta.”

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A landlocked country in Southern Africa, with Gaborone as its capital.
"They went on safari in Botswana to see the wildlife of the Okavango Delta."

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In plain EnglishA country in Southern Africa known for its wildlife reserves and diamond industry.

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Etymology

From the Tswana language, formed from a prefix meaning "land of" plus "Tswana," the name of the country's major ethnic group.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Botswana” mean?

The word “Botswana” means a landlocked country in Southern Africa, with Gaborone as its capital. In plain terms, a country in Southern Africa known for its wildlife reserves and diamond industry.

How do you pronounce “Botswana”?

“Botswana” is pronounced bot-SWAH-nuh (/bɑːtˈswɑːnə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Botswana” in a sentence?

Here is “Botswana” used in a sentence: “They went on safari in Botswana to see the wildlife of the Okavango Delta.”

What part of speech is “Botswana”?

“Botswana” is a noun.

Is “Botswana” a common word?

“Botswana” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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