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Word

dubai

Phoneticsdubai

/duˈbaɪ/

Definitions

01the city

A2

n. the largest city in the United Arab Emirates, famous for the Burj Khalifa and luxury shopping.

n. the most populous city in the United Arab Emirates and the capital of the emirate of the same name.

“Many people visit Dubai to see the world's tallest building.”

“Dubai has transformed from a small fishing port into a global metropolis and a primary destination for international luxury tourism.”

Usage

Proper noun; usually used without an article.

02the emirate

B1

n. one of the seven states that make up the country of the United Arab Emirates.

n. one of the seven constituent emirates of the United Arab Emirates, located on the coast of the Persian Gulf.

“The emirate of Dubai is known for its rapid economic growth.”

“While the city is the most famous part, the emirate of Dubai also includes significant areas of desert and a small exclave in the mountains.”

Usage

Proper noun; often referred to as 'the emirate of Dubai' in formal contexts.

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