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Oslo

OZ-loh

Oslo (name) means the capital and largest city of Norway, formerly called Christiania. Example: “The Oslo Accords were signed in the 1990s peace process.”

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The capital and largest city of Norway, formerly called Christiania.

"The Oslo Accords were signed in the 1990s peace process."

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Etymology

From Old Norse Ósló, possibly from áss ("god") + ló ("meadow").

Origin: Old Norse

Frequently asked questions

What does “Oslo” mean?

The word “Oslo” means the capital and largest city of Norway, formerly called Christiania.

How do you pronounce “Oslo”?

“Oslo” is pronounced OZ-loh (/ˈɑzloʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Oslo” in a sentence?

Here is “Oslo” used in a sentence: “The Oslo Accords were signed in the 1990s peace process.”

What part of speech is “Oslo”?

“Oslo” is a name.

Where does the word “Oslo” come from?

The word “Oslo” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse Ósló, possibly from áss ("god") + ló ("meadow").

Is “Oslo” a common word?

“Oslo” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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