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Dublin
DUHB-luhn
Dublin (noun) means the capital city of Ireland. Example: “They spent a rainy weekend exploring Dublin's pubs and museums.”
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The capital city of Ireland.
"They spent a rainy weekend exploring Dublin's pubs and museums."
How to use Dublin
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishIreland's capital city, on the east coast at the mouth of the River Liffey.
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Etymology
From Middle Irish Dublind, from dub ("black") + lind ("pool") — "black pool".
Frequently asked questions
What does “Dublin” mean?
The word “Dublin” means the capital city of Ireland. In plain terms, ireland's capital city, on the east coast at the mouth of the River Liffey.
How do you pronounce “Dublin”?
“Dublin” is pronounced DUHB-luhn (/ˈdʌblən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Dublin” in a sentence?
Here is “Dublin” used in a sentence: “They spent a rainy weekend exploring Dublin's pubs and museums.”
What part of speech is “Dublin”?
“Dublin” is a noun.
Where does the word “Dublin” come from?
The word “Dublin” comes from Irish. From Middle Irish Dublind, from dub ("black") + lind ("pool") — "black pool".
Is “Dublin” a common word?
“Dublin” is a fairly common word in modern English.
Is Dublin in the UK or in Ireland?
Dublin is the capital city of Ireland (the Republic of Ireland), which is an independent country, so it is not part of the United Kingdom. It should not be confused with Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, which is part of the UK.
What is a person from Dublin called?
A person from Dublin is called a Dubliner. The word is used for anyone born in or living in the Irish capital.
Are there other cities called Dublin besides the Irish capital?
Yes. Several places in the United States are named Dublin, including well-known cities in Ohio and California. When the name appears without context, it almost always refers to the capital of Ireland.
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