delhi
n. uncountablen. a large city in northern India that serves as the country's capital. It is famous for its history, busy markets, and government buildings.
n. the capital territory of India, encompassing the historic city of Old Delhi and the modern administrative centre of New Delhi. It functions as a major political, cultural, and commercial hub in South Asia.
I am planning a trip to Delhi next winter.
Many international companies have established their regional headquarters in Delhi due to its central political importance.
The architectural landscape of Delhi offers a striking contrast between the narrow, winding alleys of the Mughal-era city and the wide, tree-lined avenues designed during the British Raj.
Corrupted from Hindustani دہلی (dihlī, dêhli) / देहली (dehlī), of uncertain origin. See Delhi § Toponym at Wikipedia. Compare Hindi दिल्ली (dillī).
From Mongolian Дэлхий (Delxii) / ᠳᠡᠯᠡᠬᠡᠢ (delekei).
A proper noun; typically used without an article unless referring to a specific historical version of the city.