manhattan

word

/mænˈhætən/
man-HA-tuhn
/mænhˈætən/
man-HA-tuhn

Definition

Manhattan is one of the five boroughs of New York City, famous for places like Times Square, Central Park, and Wall Street. It can also mean a cocktail made with whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters.

Usage & Nuances

Usually used as a proper noun and capitalized: 'Manhattan'. Most often it refers to the New York borough, not a common noun. In restaurants or bars, 'a Manhattan' usually means the cocktail. Learners may confuse it with 'New York City' as a whole, but Manhattan is only one part of it.

Example Sentences

She likes her Manhattan with a cherry on top.

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My aunt works in Manhattan.

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We visited Manhattan last summer.

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He ordered a Manhattan at the bar.

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Traffic in Manhattan was awful, so we took the subway instead.

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If you're staying in Manhattan, everything is expensive but close by.

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