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Cambodia

kam-BOH-dee-uh

Cambodia (name) means a country in Southeast Asia whose capital is Phnom Penh. Example: “They spent two weeks backpacking through Cambodia.”

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A country in Southeast Asia whose capital is Phnom Penh.
"They spent two weeks backpacking through Cambodia."

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In plain EnglishThe Southeast Asian nation home to the Angkor Wat temple complex.

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Etymology

Borrowed via French Cambodge and Portuguese Camboja; a doublet of Kampuchea.

Origin: French

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Cambodia” mean?

The word “Cambodia” means a country in Southeast Asia whose capital is Phnom Penh. In plain terms, the Southeast Asian nation home to the Angkor Wat temple complex.

How do you pronounce “Cambodia”?

“Cambodia” is pronounced kam-BOH-dee-uh (/kæmˈboʊdi.ə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Cambodia” in a sentence?

Here is “Cambodia” used in a sentence: “They spent two weeks backpacking through Cambodia.”

What part of speech is “Cambodia”?

“Cambodia” is a name.

Where does the word “Cambodia” come from?

The word “Cambodia” comes from French. Borrowed via French Cambodge and Portuguese Camboja; a doublet of Kampuchea.

Is “Cambodia” a common word?

“Cambodia” is a fairly common word in modern English.

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