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Madrid
muh-DRIHD
Madrid (name) means the capital and largest city of Spain. Example: “They spent a week sightseeing in Madrid.”
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The capital and largest city of Spain.
"They spent a week sightseeing in Madrid."
"I usually walked home because I loved Madrid; I recognized myself in how difficult it was to perceive its truth, in its elusive charm, and in how poignant its nooks and crannies could be."
— Alana S. Portero, translated by Mara Faye Lethem (2024)
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Etymology
Borrowed directly from Spanish Madrid.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Madrid” mean?
The word “Madrid” means the capital and largest city of Spain.
How do you pronounce “Madrid”?
“Madrid” is pronounced muh-DRIHD (/məˈdɹɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “Madrid” in a sentence?
Here is “Madrid” used in a sentence: “They spent a week sightseeing in Madrid.”
What part of speech is “Madrid”?
“Madrid” is a name.
Is “Madrid” a common word?
“Madrid” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What country is Madrid the capital of?
Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain. Located in the centre of the country, it serves as Spain's political, economic, and cultural hub.
What is the difference between "Madrid" and "Real Madrid"?
"Madrid" is the capital city of Spain, while "Real Madrid" is a famous professional football club based in the city. People often shorten the club's name to "Madrid" in a sporting context, but the city and the club are distinct.
What do you call a person from Madrid?
In English a person from Madrid is called a "Madrilenian," while Spanish uses "madrileño" (male) and "madrileña" (female). The same words also work as adjectives describing things belonging to the city.
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