valencia
word
Definition
"Valencia" most commonly refers to a major city on the east coast of Spain. It can also refer to the surrounding region, or occasionally other places with the same name.
Usage & Nuances
Always capitalized as a proper noun. Most commonly refers to the Spanish city, but can also mean the surrounding autonomous community. Make sure not to confuse it with 'valence' (a chemistry term).
Spanish: ValenciaPortuguese (BR): ValênciaPortuguese (PT): ValênciaChinese (Simplified): 巴伦西亚Chinese (Traditional): 巴倫西亞Hindi: वालेंसियाArabic: فالنسيا
Example Sentences
I want to travel to Valencia next summer.
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Valencia is famous for its oranges.
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Many people visit Valencia for the Las Fallas festival.
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I lived in Valencia during college, and the beaches were amazing.
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If you like paella, you have to try it in Valencia—that's where it's from!
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Flights to Valencia are pretty cheap in the winter.
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