Trinidad Meaning in English

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US

ˈtɹɪnɪˌdæd

TRIN-ih-dad

UK

ˈtrɪnɪdæd

TRIN-ih-dad

Definition

Trinidad is a large island in the Caribbean, part of the country Trinidad and Tobago. It is known for its beaches, lively culture, and oil industry.

Usage & Nuances

Always capitalized as a proper noun. Can refer to just the island or, informally, to the entire country ('Trinidad and Tobago'). Not to be confused with other locations of similar name (like Trinidad, Colorado). In Portuguese, 'Trindade' is sometimes used for similarly named places.

• Spanish: Trinidad
• Portuguese (BR): Trinidad
• Portuguese (PT): Trindade
• Chinese (Simplified): 特立尼达
• Chinese (Traditional): 千里達
• Hindi: त्रिनिदाद
• Arabic: ترينيداد
• Bengali: ত্রিনিডাড
• Russian: Тринидад
• Japanese: トリニダード
• Vietnamese: Trinidad
• Korean: 트리니다드
• Turkish: Trinidad
• Urdu: ٹرینیڈاڈ
• Indonesian: Trinidad

Example Sentences

Trinidad is famous for its Carnival celebrations.

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The capital of Trinidad is Port of Spain.

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Many birds live on Trinidad.

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Have you ever been to Trinidad? The beaches are incredible.

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My friend moved to Trinidad for work last year.

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People in Trinidad love music and dance.

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