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Denmark
DEHN-mahk
Denmark (noun) means a country in Northern Europe, whose capital is Copenhagen. Example: “They spent their honeymoon touring Denmark by bike.”
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A country in Northern Europe, whose capital is Copenhagen.
"They spent their honeymoon touring Denmark by bike."
How to use Denmark
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA Scandinavian country known for design, cycling culture, and high living standards.
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Etymology
From Danish Danmark, combining dansk ("Danish") with an Old Norse word for border or borderland.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Denmark” mean?
The word “Denmark” means a country in Northern Europe, whose capital is Copenhagen. In plain terms, a Scandinavian country known for design, cycling culture, and high living standards.
How do you pronounce “Denmark”?
“Denmark” is pronounced DEHN-mahk (/ˈdɛn.mɑɹk/ in IPA).
How do you use “Denmark” in a sentence?
Here is “Denmark” used in a sentence: “They spent their honeymoon touring Denmark by bike.”
What part of speech is “Denmark”?
“Denmark” is a noun.
Where does the word “Denmark” come from?
The word “Denmark” comes from Old Norse. From Danish Danmark, combining dansk ("Danish") with an Old Norse word for border or borderland.
Is “Denmark” a common word?
“Denmark” is a fairly common word in modern English.
Is Copenhagen the capital of Denmark?
Yes. Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark, a country in Northern Europe.
What do you call a person from Denmark?
A person from Denmark is a Dane, and the adjective is Danish, as in Danish design. Danish is also the name of the language spoken in Denmark.
Is Denmark part of Scandinavia?
Yes. Denmark is traditionally counted as one of the three Scandinavian countries, together with Norway and Sweden.
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