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Cuba
KYOO-buh
Cuba (noun) means a country made up of the largest island in the Caribbean, with Havana as its capital. Example: “Cuba is known for its classic cars, cigars, and vibrant music.”
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A country made up of the largest island in the Caribbean, with Havana as its capital.
"Cuba is known for its classic cars, cigars, and vibrant music."
How to use Cuba
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe Caribbean island nation south of Florida.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish Cuba, itself from the Taino language, the language of the island's indigenous inhabitants before European contact.
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What does “Cuba” mean?
The word “Cuba” means a country made up of the largest island in the Caribbean, with Havana as its capital. In plain terms, the Caribbean island nation south of Florida.
How do you pronounce “Cuba”?
“Cuba” is pronounced KYOO-buh ([ˈkjuː.bə] in IPA).
How do you use “Cuba” in a sentence?
Here is “Cuba” used in a sentence: “Cuba is known for its classic cars, cigars, and vibrant music.”
What part of speech is “Cuba”?
“Cuba” is a noun.
Where does the word “Cuba” come from?
The word “Cuba” comes from Spanish. Borrowed from Spanish Cuba, itself from the Taino language, the language of the island's indigenous inhabitants before European contact.
Is “Cuba” a common word?
“Cuba” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the capital of Cuba?
The capital of Cuba is Havana. It is the country's largest city and its main political and cultural center.
Where is Cuba located?
Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean, situated south of Florida near the entrance to the Gulf of Mexico. It is an island nation made up of one main island along with several smaller islands.
What do you call someone or something from Cuba?
Someone or something from Cuba is called "Cuban." The word works as both an adjective, as in "Cuban music," and a noun for a person from the country.
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