Translation of Czech word "hlavní město" to English
hlavní město
/ɦlavnɪ ˈmɛsto/
Meaning
NounThe city or town that functions as the seat of government of a country, state, or region.
How to use
The word 'hlavní město' is a noun in Czech, referring to the capital city. A core vocabulary item frequently encountered in standard conversational and written Czech.
🇬🇧 English
capital
Example
Hlavním městem Francie je Paříž.
The capital of France is Paris.
Hlavním městem Spojených států amerických je Washington D.C.
The capital of the United States is Washington D.C.
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Common phrases
- Hlavním městem Francie je Paříž.— The capital of France is Paris.
- Hlavním městem Spojených států amerických je Washington D.C.— The capital of the United States is Washington D.C.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Czech word "hlavní město" mean?▼
The Czech word "hlavní město" means "capital" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Hlavním městem Francie je Paříž." (which translates as "The capital of France is Paris.").
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