albuquerque

word

al-buh-KUR-kee
al-buh-KUR-kee

Definition

Albuquerque is a large city in the state of New Mexico, United States, known for its desert scenery, unique culture, and annual hot air balloon festival.

Usage & Nuances

Always capitalized as a proper noun. Most often refers to the city in the US; not commonly used for anything else in English. Often mentioned in pop culture, especially for its role in TV shows such as 'Breaking Bad.' Pronunciation: /ˈæl.bəˌkɜːr.ki/.

Example Sentences

Albuquerque is in New Mexico.

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My friend lives in Albuquerque.

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Albuquerque is famous for its hot air balloon festival.

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Have you ever been to Albuquerque? The sunsets there are amazing.

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In movies, Albuquerque is often shown as a place with unique culture and scenery.

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The show 'Breaking Bad' was filmed in Albuquerque, which made the city more popular worldwide.

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