derry
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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)
Example Sentences
There's a big debate about whether to call it Derry or Londonderry.
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My friend grew up in Derry and loves talking about its history.
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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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