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Olympia

uh-LIHM-pee-uh

Olympia (name) means an ancient Greek city that hosted the original Olympic Games; also the capital of Washington state and a feminine given name. Example: “Olympia is the seat of Washington state government.”

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An ancient Greek city that hosted the original Olympic Games; also the capital of Washington state and a feminine given name.
"Olympia is the seat of Washington state government."
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Etymology

From Ancient Greek Ὀλυμπία (Olumpía), related to Olympus.

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Olympia” mean?

The word “Olympia” means an ancient Greek city that hosted the original Olympic Games; also the capital of Washington state and a feminine given name.

How do you pronounce “Olympia”?

“Olympia” is pronounced uh-LIHM-pee-uh (/əˈlɪmpi.ə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Olympia” in a sentence?

Here is “Olympia” used in a sentence: “Olympia is the seat of Washington state government.”

What part of speech is “Olympia”?

“Olympia” is a name.

Where does the word “Olympia” come from?

The word “Olympia” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek Ὀλυμπία (Olumpía), related to Olympus.

Is “Olympia” a common word?

“Olympia” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

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