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Kabul
KAH-buhl
Kabul (name) means the capital and largest city of Afghanistan. Example: “The delegation flew into Kabul for the peace talks.”
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The capital and largest city of Afghanistan.
"The delegation flew into Kabul for the peace talks."
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Etymology
Borrowed from Classical Persian کَابُل (kābul), of unknown origin. See the Persian entry for more.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Kabul” mean?
The word “Kabul” means the capital and largest city of Afghanistan.
How do you pronounce “Kabul”?
“Kabul” is pronounced KAH-buhl (/ˈkɑːbəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “Kabul” in a sentence?
Here is “Kabul” used in a sentence: “The delegation flew into Kabul for the peace talks.”
What part of speech is “Kabul”?
“Kabul” is a name.
Is “Kabul” a common word?
“Kabul” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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