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Sacramento
sak-ruh-MEHN-toh
Sacramento (name) means the capital city of California and seat of Sacramento County. Example: “State lawmakers gather in Sacramento each year to pass the budget.”
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The capital city of California and seat of Sacramento County.
"State lawmakers gather in Sacramento each year to pass the budget."
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A major river running through Northern California.
"The Sacramento River feeds much of the state's farmland."
How to use Sacramento
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRefers to California's capital city, or to the river that runs through the region.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish sacramento, meaning "sacrament."
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What does “Sacramento” mean?
The word “Sacramento” means the capital city of California and seat of Sacramento County. In plain terms, refers to California's capital city, or to the river that runs through the region.
How do you pronounce “Sacramento”?
“Sacramento” is pronounced sak-ruh-MEHN-toh (/ˌsækɹəˈmɛntoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Sacramento” in a sentence?
Here is “Sacramento” used in a sentence: “State lawmakers gather in Sacramento each year to pass the budget.”
What part of speech is “Sacramento”?
“Sacramento” is a name.
Where does the word “Sacramento” come from?
The word “Sacramento” comes from Spanish. Borrowed from Spanish sacramento, meaning "sacrament.".
Is “Sacramento” a common word?
“Sacramento” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Sacramento” have?
“Sacramento” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the capital city of California and seat of Sacramento County.
Is Sacramento the largest city in California?
No, Sacramento is the capital city of California, but it is not the largest; cities such as Los Angeles and San Diego have significantly larger populations. Sacramento's importance comes from its role as the seat of state government rather than its size.
What is the Sacramento River?
The Sacramento River is a major river running through Northern California, sharing its name with the capital city. It is one of the state's most significant waterways, flowing through the region before reaching the San Francisco Bay area.
Is Sacramento part of Sacramento County?
Yes, Sacramento is the seat of Sacramento County, meaning it serves as the county's administrative center in addition to being California's state capital.
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