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Cali

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Cali (name) means an informal nickname for California, also a major city in western Colombia. Example: “She grew up in Cali before moving to the States.”

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An informal nickname for California, also a major city in western Colombia.
"She grew up in Cali before moving to the States."
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Etymology

A clipping of California.

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What does “Cali” mean?
The word “Cali” means an informal nickname for California, also a major city in western Colombia.
How do you pronounce “Cali”?
“Cali” is pronounced KA-lee (/ˈkæli/ in IPA).
How do you use “Cali” in a sentence?
Here is “Cali” used in a sentence: “She grew up in Cali before moving to the States.”
What part of speech is “Cali”?
“Cali” is a name.
Is “Cali” a common word?
“Cali” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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