barcelona
word
/ˌbɑɹsɪˈɫoʊnə/
/ˌbɑːsɪˈloʊnə/
Definition
Barcelona is a large city in Spain, famous for its art, architecture, beaches, and as the capital of the Catalonia region.
Usage & Nuances
Often used to refer to the famous football team ('FC Barcelona') as well as the city. Always capitalize 'Barcelona' since it's a proper noun. Be careful not to confuse with similar-sounding words.
Spanish: BarcelonaPortuguese (BR): BarcelonaPortuguese (PT): BarcelonaChinese (Simplified): 巴塞罗那Chinese (Traditional): 巴塞隆納Hindi: बार्सिलोनाArabic: برشلونةBengali: বার্সেলোনাRussian: БарселонаJapanese: バルセロナVietnamese: BarcelonaKorean: 바르셀로나Turkish: BarselonaUrdu: بارسلوناIndonesian: Barcelona
Example Sentences
Have you ever watched a football match in Barcelona?
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Many tourists visit Barcelona every year.
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I want to see the beaches in Barcelona.
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Barcelona is in Spain.
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Barcelona is famous for its unique buildings by Gaudí.
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When I think of summer, I imagine sitting by the sea in Barcelona.
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