hamburg

word

Definition

Hamburg is a large city and port in northern Germany, famous for its harbor and rich history.

Usage & Nuances

"Hamburg" is always a proper noun, referring to the specific city. It is not used for the food "hamburger." When talking about the food, use "hamburger." Pronounced /ˈhæmbɜːrɡ/.

Spanish: Hamburgo (ciudad)Portuguese (BR): Hamburgo (cidade)Portuguese (PT): Hamburgo (cidade)Chinese (Simplified): 汉堡（城市）Chinese (Traditional): 漢堡（城市）Hindi: हैम्बर्ग (शहर)Arabic: هامبورغ (مدينة)Bengali: হামবুর্গ Russian: Гамбург Japanese: ハンブルク Vietnamese: Hamburg Korean: 함부르크 Turkish: Hamburg Urdu: ہیمبرگ Indonesian: Hamburg

Example Sentences

I would like to visit Hamburg someday.

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Hamburg is one of the largest cities in Germany.

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The port of Hamburg is very famous.

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My cousin moved to Hamburg for work last year.

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Have you ever tried the street food in Hamburg?

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The weather in Hamburg can change very quickly.

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