Amsterdam (en. Amsterdam)
/ɑːmˈstɜːrdæm/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
City and capital of the Netherlands, known for its canals and museums.
Amsterdam is a very popular tourist destination in Europe.
Amsterdam es un destino turístico muy popular en Europa.
Cultural and economic center of the Netherlands.
The economy of Amsterdam is based on tourism and trade.
La economía de Amsterdam se basa en el turismo y el comercio.
Known for its architecture and cultural diversity.
In Amsterdam, you can find historic buildings and a vibrant nightlife.
En Amsterdam se pueden encontrar edificios históricos y una vida nocturna vibrante.
Etymology
The name Amsterdam comes from the construction of a dam on the Amstel River.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Amsterdam is a city full of life.
It refers to the lively and cultural atmosphere of the city.
Ámsterdam es una ciudad llena de vida
Walking along the canals of Amsterdam.
Description of a popular activity in the city.
Pasear por los canales de Ámsterdam
The bicycle is the most common means of transport in Amsterdam.
It reflects the importance of the bicycle in the daily life of the residents.
La bicicleta es el medio de transporte más común en Ámsterdam
Related Words
Netherlands
European nation of which Amsterdam is the capital.
Países Bajos
canals
Artificial bodies of water that characterize Amsterdam's landscape.
canales
museums
Institutions that house works of art and history, abundant in Amsterdam.
museos
Slang Meanings
The Venice of the North
Amsterdam is known as the Venice of the North for its many canals.
Ámsterdam es conocida como la Venecia del Norte por sus muchos canales.
Cyclist's heaven
In Amsterdam, there's no better place than the cyclist's heaven to see local life.
En Ámsterdam, no hay mejor lugar que el cielo de los ciclistas para ver la vida local.