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Palermo
puh-LUR-moh
Palermo (name) means the capital city of Sicily, Italy. Example: “Palermo is known for its historic markets and architecture.”
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The capital city of Sicily, Italy.
"Palermo is known for its historic markets and architecture."
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Etymology
Comes from Italian Palermo, from Sicilian Palermu, from Arabic بَلَرْم (Balarm), from Latin Panormus, from Ancient Greek Πάνορμος (Pánormos), formed from πᾰν- (păn-, "all") and ὅρμος (hórmos, "port") in reference to its natural harbour.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Palermo” mean?
The word “Palermo” means the capital city of Sicily, Italy.
How do you pronounce “Palermo”?
“Palermo” is pronounced puh-LUR-moh (/pəˈlɜː(ɹ)məʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Palermo” in a sentence?
Here is “Palermo” used in a sentence: “Palermo is known for its historic markets and architecture.”
What part of speech is “Palermo”?
“Palermo” is a name.
Is “Palermo” a common word?
“Palermo” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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