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Moldova
mol-DOH-vuh
Moldova (name) means a landlocked country in Eastern Europe, between Romania and Ukraine. Example: “Moldova's capital is Chișinău.”
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A landlocked country in Eastern Europe, between Romania and Ukraine.
"Moldova's capital is Chișinău."
How to use Moldova
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA small Eastern European nation bordering Romania and Ukraine.
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Etymology
The origin of the name is uncertain, though it is closely tied to the Moldova River that runs through the historical region.
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What does “Moldova” mean?
The word “Moldova” means a landlocked country in Eastern Europe, between Romania and Ukraine. In plain terms, a small Eastern European nation bordering Romania and Ukraine.
How do you pronounce “Moldova”?
“Moldova” is pronounced mol-DOH-vuh (/mɑlˈdoʊ.və/ in IPA).
How do you use “Moldova” in a sentence?
Here is “Moldova” used in a sentence: “Moldova's capital is Chișinău.”
What part of speech is “Moldova”?
“Moldova” is a name.
Is “Moldova” a common word?
“Moldova” is an uncommon word in modern English.
