kingston
word
Definition
Kingston most commonly refers to the capital city of Jamaica, but it can also be the name of several cities or towns in other countries.
Usage & Nuances
Always capitalized as a place name. It most often refers to Jamaica's capital, but there are several well-known Kingstons (e.g., in Canada, England, Australia, and the US). Clarify the country if needed. Not commonly used as a personal name.
Spanish: KingstonPortuguese (BR): KingstonPortuguese (PT): KingstonChinese (Simplified): 金斯敦Chinese (Traditional): 金斯敦Hindi: किंग्सटनArabic: كينغستونBengali: কিংস্টনRussian: КингстонJapanese: キングストンVietnamese: KingstonKorean: 킹스턴Turkish: KingstonUrdu: کنگسٹنIndonesian: Kingston
Example Sentences
Kingston is the capital of Jamaica.
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My cousin lives in Kingston.
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There is a famous university in Kingston.
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Have you ever visited Kingston during the reggae festival?
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I got stuck in traffic driving through Kingston this morning.
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Some of the best coffee I've ever had was in Kingston.
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