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Saskatchewan

suh-SKACH-uh-wahn

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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