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Saskatchewan

suh-SKACH-uh-wahn
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Saskatchewan (name) means a prairie province in western Canada, whose capital is Regina. Example: “They drove across Saskatchewan under an endless prairie sky.”

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A prairie province in western Canada, whose capital is Regina.
"They drove across Saskatchewan under an endless prairie sky."
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Etymology

From Cree kisiskâciwani-sîpiy, meaning "swift-flowing river," after the river that runs through the province.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Saskatchewan” mean?
The word “Saskatchewan” means a prairie province in western Canada, whose capital is Regina.
How do you pronounce “Saskatchewan”?
“Saskatchewan” is pronounced suh-SKACH-uh-wahn (/səˈskæt͡ʃ.əˌwɑːn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Saskatchewan” in a sentence?
Here is “Saskatchewan” used in a sentence: “They drove across Saskatchewan under an endless prairie sky.”
What part of speech is “Saskatchewan”?
“Saskatchewan” is a name.
Is “Saskatchewan” a common word?
“Saskatchewan” is a fairly common word in modern English.

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