oklahoma
word
/ˌoʊkɫəˈhoʊmə/
oh-kluh-HOH-muh
/ˌəʊkləˈhəʊmə/
oh-kluh-HOH-muh
Definition
Oklahoma is a state in the southern central region of the United States, known for its plains, Native American history, and major cities like Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
Usage & Nuances
‘Oklahoma’ is always capitalized. It most commonly refers to the U.S. state, but can also refer to 'Oklahoma City' or, less often, the famous musical. As a place name, rarely translated; keep in English in most contexts.
Spanish: OklahomaPortuguese (BR): OklahomaPortuguese (PT): OklahomaChinese (Simplified): 俄克拉荷马州Chinese (Traditional): 奧克拉荷馬州Hindi: ओक्लाहोमाArabic: أوكلاهوماBengali: ওকলাহোমাRussian: ОклахомаJapanese: オクラホマVietnamese: OklahomaKorean: 오클라호마Turkish: OklahomaUrdu: اوکلاہوماIndonesian: Oklahoma
Example Sentences
Oklahoma is famous for its beautiful sunsets.
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My uncle lives in Oklahoma.
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Oklahoma has many Native American tribes.
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We're driving through Oklahoma on our road trip next week.
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Have you ever been to Oklahoma during tornado season?
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The musical 'Oklahoma' is a classic on Broadway.
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