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Macau

muh-KOW

Macau (name) means a special administrative region of China on the southern coast, formerly a Portuguese colony and known for gambling and tourism. Example: “Macau is often called the Las Vegas of Asia.”

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A special administrative region of China on the southern coast, formerly a Portuguese colony and known for gambling and tourism.

"Macau is often called the Las Vegas of Asia."

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Etymology

Borrowed from Portuguese Macau, from Hokkien. See Portuguese Macau for more info.

Origin: Portuguese

Rhymes for Macau

au eau Tau pau Bau lau Mau Hau Yau Kau beau Frau

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Macau” mean?

The word “Macau” means a special administrative region of China on the southern coast, formerly a Portuguese colony and known for gambling and tourism.

How do you pronounce “Macau”?

“Macau” is pronounced muh-KOW (/məˈkaʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Macau” in a sentence?

Here is “Macau” used in a sentence: “Macau is often called the Las Vegas of Asia.”

What part of speech is “Macau”?

“Macau” is a name.

Is “Macau” a common word?

“Macau” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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