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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").
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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