geneva
word
/dʒəˈnivə/
juh-NEE-vuh
/dʒənˈiːvɐ/
juh-NEE-vuh
Definition
Geneva is a city in Switzerland, known for being a major center for international organizations, diplomacy, and finance.
Usage & Nuances
Always capitalized as it's a proper noun. Used mainly to refer to the Swiss city, especially in contexts of diplomacy, international law, or finance. Not to be confused with the alcoholic drink 'genever' or 'gin', which is different.
Spanish: GinebraPortuguese (BR): GenebraPortuguese (PT): GenebraChinese (Simplified): 日内瓦Chinese (Traditional): 日內瓦Hindi: जिनेवाArabic: جنيفBengali: জেনেভাRussian: ЖеневаJapanese: ジュネーブVietnamese: GenevaKorean: 제네바Turkish: CenevreUrdu: جنیواIndonesian: Jenewa
Example Sentences
Geneva is a beautiful city in Switzerland.
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Many international meetings are held in Geneva.
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They visited the United Nations office in Geneva.
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I'm flying to Geneva for a conference next week.
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Geneva always feels so peaceful by the lake in summer.
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Have you ever tried Swiss chocolate in Geneva?
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