capital city /kæpɪtəlsɪti/ · noun · CEFR B1. Dictionary entry with meaning, pronunciation, usage, and examples.

Translation and Meaning

  • Word: capital city
  • Language: English
  • IPA: /kæpɪtəlsɪti/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Image:Photo of capital city (English)

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Example Sentences

  • Paris is the capital city of France.
  • The capital city is often the political center of a country.
  • Many tourists visit the capital city to see famous landmarks.

When and How to Use "capital city"

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What does "capital city" mean?

"capital city" is a vocabulary word in English at CEFR level B1. The example sentences on this page show how it is used in context.

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"capital city" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords English vocabulary content.

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"capital city" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

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Paris is the capital city of France.

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