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Dali Meaning in English

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ˈdɑɫi
DAH-lee
ˈdɑːli
DAH-lee

Definition

Dali is most commonly used as a proper noun: it refers to the Spanish surrealist painter Salvador Dalí, or to several places named Dali, such as a city in China. It is not a standard English word.

Usage & Nuances

In English, 'Dali' almost always refers to the artist Salvador Dalí (note the accent in his name) or the city/region in China. The accent is often omitted in English. Not used as a common word; always capitalized.

Example Sentences

Dali was a famous Spanish painter.

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Many tourists visit Dali every year in China.

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We learned about Dali in art class.

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His paintings remind me of Dali's strange style.

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We stopped in Dali for a few days while traveling through Yunnan.

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People often confuse Picasso and Dali, but their art is very different.

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