Tacoma Meaning in English

word

US

təˈkoʊmɑ

tuh-KOH-mah

UK

təˈkəʊmə

tuh-KOH-muh

Definition

Tacoma is a city in the state of Washington, USA, located near Seattle. It is known for its port and beautiful views of Mount Rainier.

Usage & Nuances

Always capitalized as a proper noun. Usually refers to the city in Washington state, sometimes also used for the Toyota Tacoma (a truck model). In most contexts, 'Tacoma' means the city unless stated otherwise.

• Spanish: Tacoma (ciudad de EE. UU.)
• Portuguese (BR): Tacoma (cidade dos EUA)
• Portuguese (PT): Tacoma (cidade dos EUA)
• Chinese (Simplified): 塔科马（美国城市）
• Chinese (Traditional): 塔科馬（美國城市）
• Hindi: टैकोमा (अमेरिका का शहर)
• Arabic: تاكوما (مدينة في الولايات المتحدة)
• Bengali: টাকোমা
• Russian: Такома
• Japanese: タコマ
• Vietnamese: Tacoma
• Korean: 타코마
• Turkish: Tacoma
• Urdu: ٹاکوما
• Indonesian: Tacoma

Example Sentences

I was born in Tacoma.

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Tacoma is close to Seattle.

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Many ships visit the port of Tacoma.

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If you ever visit Tacoma, be sure to check out the Museum of Glass.

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My cousin just moved to Tacoma for a new job.

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The views of Mount Rainier from Tacoma are stunning on a clear day.

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