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Moscow
MOS-koh
Moscow (name) means the capital and largest city of Russia. Example: “They flew into Moscow for a week-long business trip.”
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The capital and largest city of Russia.
"They flew into Moscow for a week-long business trip."
"An IAF representative told an Indian parliamentary committee that due to the Ukraine war a “major delivery” from Moscow “is not going to take place.”"
— Rhea Mogul, Russia can’t meet India arms deliveries due to Ukraine war, Indian Air Force says (2023)
"I was inclined to accept Yeltsin's invitation to go to Russia, but Tony Lake said Moscow shouldn't be my first foreign stop, and the rest of my team said it would divert attention from our domestic agenda."
— Bill Clinton, My Life (2005)
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Etymology
Ultimately from Old East Slavic Москов- (Moskov-), referring originally to the Moskva River.
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Moskva
the Russian capital
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Moscow” mean?
The word “Moscow” means the capital and largest city of Russia.
How do you pronounce “Moscow”?
“Moscow” is pronounced MOS-koh (/ˈmɑskæʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Moscow” in a sentence?
Here is “Moscow” used in a sentence: “They flew into Moscow for a week-long business trip.”
What part of speech is “Moscow”?
“Moscow” is a name.
Is “Moscow” a common word?
“Moscow” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is Moscow the capital of?
Moscow is the capital of Russia, the largest country in the world. It is also Russia's biggest city and its political, economic, and cultural center. The national government, including the president's official residence, is based there, in the historic fortified complex known as the Kremlin.
What is Moscow famous for?
Moscow is known for the Kremlin and Red Square at its heart, and for the colorful onion domes of Saint Basil's Cathedral. It is famous for its ornate metro stations, the Bolshoi Theatre, and long, snowy winters. As Russia's capital, it has been a center of power for centuries.
What is the difference between Moscow and the Kremlin?
Moscow is the whole city — the capital of Russia, home to millions of people. The Kremlin is one place within it: a walled complex of palaces, cathedrals, and government buildings at the city's center. Because it houses the government, 'the Kremlin' is also used to mean Russia's leadership itself.
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