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Egypt
EED-zhihpt
Egypt (name) means a country in northeastern Africa, home to one of the world's oldest civilizations, with its capital at Cairo. Example: “They traveled to Egypt to see the pyramids of Giza.”
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A country in northeastern Africa, home to one of the world's oldest civilizations, with its capital at Cairo.
"They traveled to Egypt to see the pyramids of Giza."
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The ancient civilization that flourished along the lower Nile River.
"Ancient Egypt built some of history's most enduring monuments."
How to use Egypt
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe modern North African country, or the ancient civilization that once ruled the same region.
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Arab Republic of Egypt
Land of the Pharaohs
Frequently asked questions
What does “Egypt” mean?
The word “Egypt” means a country in northeastern Africa, home to one of the world's oldest civilizations, with its capital at Cairo. In plain terms, the modern North African country, or the ancient civilization that once ruled the same region.
How do you pronounce “Egypt”?
“Egypt” is pronounced EED-zhihpt (/ˈi.d͡ʒɪpt/ in IPA).
How do you use “Egypt” in a sentence?
Here is “Egypt” used in a sentence: “They traveled to Egypt to see the pyramids of Giza.”
What part of speech is “Egypt”?
“Egypt” is a name.
Is “Egypt” a common word?
“Egypt” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Egypt” have?
“Egypt” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a country in northeastern Africa, home to one of the world's oldest civilizations, with its capital at Cairo.
What is the capital of Egypt?
The capital of Egypt is Cairo, the largest city in the Arab world and one of the biggest in Africa. It sits on the Nile near the ancient pyramids of Giza. Egypt is also developing a new administrative capital east of Cairo to ease crowding.
What is Egypt known for?
Egypt is famous for one of the world's oldest civilizations, including the pyramids, the Great Sphinx, pharaohs, and hieroglyphic writing. The Nile River, which runs through the country, made this ancient culture possible. Today it is also known for the Suez Canal and Red Sea resorts.
What continent is Egypt in?
Egypt lies mainly in northeastern Africa, but its Sinai Peninsula extends into Asia, making it a transcontinental country. This position has long made it a bridge between Africa, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean world, giving it great strategic importance throughout history.
What language is spoken in Egypt?
The official language is Arabic, and most people speak Egyptian Arabic in daily life. It is the most widely understood Arabic dialect in the region, partly because of Egypt's large film and music industry. English and French are also used in business and tourism.
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