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Kiev
KEE-ehv
Kiev (name) means an older English spelling of Kyiv, the capital city of Ukraine. Example: “Older maps and books often use the spelling Kiev instead of Kyiv.”
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An older English spelling of Kyiv, the capital city of Ukraine.
"Older maps and books often use the spelling Kiev instead of Kyiv."
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Etymology
From Russian "Киев" (Kíjev), ultimately tracing back to Old East Slavic; the spelling "Kyiv," based on the Ukrainian form, is now preferred internationally.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Kiev” mean?
The word “Kiev” means an older English spelling of Kyiv, the capital city of Ukraine.
How do you pronounce “Kiev”?
“Kiev” is pronounced KEE-ehv (/ˈkiːɛv/ in IPA).
How do you use “Kiev” in a sentence?
Here is “Kiev” used in a sentence: “Older maps and books often use the spelling Kiev instead of Kyiv.”
What part of speech is “Kiev”?
“Kiev” is a name.
Where does the word “Kiev” come from?
The word “Kiev” comes from Russian. From Russian "Киев" (Kíjev), ultimately tracing back to Old East Slavic; the spelling "Kyiv," based on the Ukrainian form, is now preferred internationally.
Is “Kiev” a common word?
“Kiev” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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