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Mongolia

mong-GOH-lee-uh

Mongolia (name) means a landlocked country in East Asia, known for its vast steppe and nomadic herding culture; capital Ulaanbaatar. Example: “They rode horses across the grasslands of Mongolia.”

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A landlocked country in East Asia, known for its vast steppe and nomadic herding culture; capital Ulaanbaatar.

"They rode horses across the grasslands of Mongolia."

How to use Mongolia

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In plain EnglishThe country in East Asia historically associated with the Mongol Empire.

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Etymology

Formed from "Mongol" plus the place-name suffix "-ia."

Rhymes for Mongolia

IA Odia aria Asia India Syria Bahia mania Latvia acacia Zambia Russia

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Mongolia” mean?

The word “Mongolia” means a landlocked country in East Asia, known for its vast steppe and nomadic herding culture; capital Ulaanbaatar. In plain terms, the country in East Asia historically associated with the Mongol Empire.

How do you pronounce “Mongolia”?

“Mongolia” is pronounced mong-GOH-lee-uh (/mɑŋˈɡoʊli.ə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Mongolia” in a sentence?

Here is “Mongolia” used in a sentence: “They rode horses across the grasslands of Mongolia.”

What part of speech is “Mongolia”?

“Mongolia” is a name.

Is “Mongolia” a common word?

“Mongolia” is an uncommon word in modern English.