alaska
word
/əˈɫæskə/
uh-LA-skuh
/əˈlɑːskə/
uh-LAH-skuh
Definition
Alaska is the largest and northernmost state of the United States, known for its cold climate, vast natural landscapes, and wildlife.
Usage & Nuances
Always capitalized as a proper noun; refers only to the state or things from it. Often used with expressions like 'move to Alaska,' 'Alaska Native,' or 'Alaska cruise.' Not used to refer to objects or concepts beyond the place.
Spanish: AlaskaPortuguese (BR): AlascaPortuguese (PT): AlascaChinese (Simplified): 阿拉斯加Chinese (Traditional): 阿拉斯加Hindi: अलास्काArabic: ألاسكاBengali: আলাস্কাRussian: АляскаJapanese: アラスカVietnamese: AlaskaKorean: 알래스카Turkish: AlaskaUrdu: الاسکاIndonesian: Alaska
Example Sentences
Alaska is very cold in winter.
basic
I want to visit Alaska one day.
basic
Bears live in Alaska.
basic
My cousins moved to Alaska for work.
natural
A cruise to Alaska is on my bucket list.
natural
People say summers in Alaska are beautiful.
natural