algiers

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Definition

Algiers is the capital city of Algeria, located on the Mediterranean coast in North Africa.

Usage & Nuances

"Algiers" is always a proper noun and is used to refer to the city. It is not used with an article in English. Commonly used in geography, travel, and history contexts.

Spanish: Argel Portuguese (BR): Argel Portuguese (PT): Argel Chinese (Simplified): 阿尔及尔 Chinese (Traditional): 阿爾及爾 Hindi: अल्जीयर्स Arabic: الجزائر

Example Sentences

Algiers is the largest city in Algeria.

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Many people live in Algiers.

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Algiers is on the Mediterranean Sea.

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I visited Algiers last summer and loved the old city.

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Flights to Algiers are usually busiest in the spring.

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Have you ever seen a sunset in Algiers? It's beautiful over the sea.

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