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Sydney
SIHD-nee
Sydney (name) means the largest city in Australia; also used as a given name for both men and women. Example: “They watched the fireworks over Sydney Harbour on New Year's Eve.”
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The largest city in Australia; also used as a given name for both men and women.
"They watched the fireworks over Sydney Harbour on New Year's Eve."
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Etymology
For the surname and given name, see Sidney. The cities in Australia and Canada are named after British politician Thomas Townshend, 1st Viscount Sydney (1733–1800).
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What does “Sydney” mean?
The word “Sydney” means the largest city in Australia; also used as a given name for both men and women.
How do you pronounce “Sydney”?
“Sydney” is pronounced SIHD-nee ([ˈsɪd̥ni] in IPA).
How do you use “Sydney” in a sentence?
Here is “Sydney” used in a sentence: “They watched the fireworks over Sydney Harbour on New Year's Eve.”
What part of speech is “Sydney”?
“Sydney” is a name.
Is “Sydney” a common word?
“Sydney” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is Sydney known for?
Sydney is Australia's largest city and its most famous, known worldwide for the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge overlooking a spectacular natural harbour. It is a major financial, cultural, and tourist hub, with beaches like Bondi, a mild climate, and a diverse, cosmopolitan population.
Is Sydney the capital of Australia?
No. Despite being the largest and best-known city, Sydney is not Australia's capital; Canberra is. When the nation formed, Sydney and Melbourne both wanted the title, so a new capital was built between them. Sydney remains the capital of the state of New South Wales.
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