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Yosemite

yoh-SEH-mih-tee

Yosemite (name) means a region of central California famous for Yosemite National Park, known for its granite cliffs, waterfalls, and giant sequoias. Example: “They hiked to the top of Half Dome on their trip to Yosemite.”

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A region of central California famous for Yosemite National Park, known for its granite cliffs, waterfalls, and giant sequoias.

"They hiked to the top of Half Dome on their trip to Yosemite."

How to use Yosemite

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In plain EnglishA famous national park in California known for its dramatic cliffs and waterfalls.

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Etymology

From a Miwok-related word meaning roughly "those who kill," originally referring to the people who lived in the valley.

Rhymes for Yosemite

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Yosemite” mean?

The word “Yosemite” means a region of central California famous for Yosemite National Park, known for its granite cliffs, waterfalls, and giant sequoias. In plain terms, a famous national park in California known for its dramatic cliffs and waterfalls.

How do you pronounce “Yosemite”?

“Yosemite” is pronounced yoh-SEH-mih-tee (/joʊˈsɛmɪti/ in IPA).

How do you use “Yosemite” in a sentence?

Here is “Yosemite” used in a sentence: “They hiked to the top of Half Dome on their trip to Yosemite.”

What part of speech is “Yosemite”?

“Yosemite” is a name.

Is “Yosemite” a common word?

“Yosemite” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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