Derry Meaning in English

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Definition

'Derry' is the common, informal name for the city officially called 'Londonderry' in Northern Ireland. It is used mostly by local residents and in informal contexts.

Usage & Nuances

Using 'Derry' can be politically sensitive; those from nationalist communities usually say 'Derry', while unionists prefer 'Londonderry'. In formal writing or government contexts, 'Londonderry' is standard. Common in local speech and informal writing.

• Spanish: Derry (nombre propio) - Londonderry (nombre oficial de la ciudad)
• Portuguese (BR): Derry (nome próprio) - Londonderry (nome oficial da cidade)
• Portuguese (PT): Derry (nome próprio) - Londonderry (nome oficial da cidade)
• Chinese (Simplified): 德里（英国北爱尔兰城市，正式名为伦敦德里）
• Chinese (Traditional): 德里（英國北愛爾蘭城市，正式名為倫敦德里）
• Hindi: डेरी (उत्तरी आयरलैंड के शहर का नाम, अधिकारिक रूप से लंडनडेरी)
• Arabic: ديري (اسم مدينة في أيرلندا الشمالية، الاسم الرسمي لندنديري)
• Bengali: ডেরি
• Russian: Дерри
• Japanese: デリー
• Vietnamese: Derry
• Korean: 데리
• Turkish: Derry
• Urdu: ڈیری
• Indonesian: Derry

Example Sentences

There's a big debate about whether to call it Derry or Londonderry.

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I want to visit Derry next summer.

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Derry is in Northern Ireland.

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Many people call the city Derry.

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Locals prefer saying Derry instead of Londonderry.

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My friend grew up in Derry and loves talking about its history.

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