Arizona (en. Arizona)

/ˌɛrəˈzoʊnə/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
State of the United States known for its desert landscapes and the Grand Canyon.
Arizona is famous for its warm and dry climate.
Arizona es famoso por su clima cálido y seco.
One of the 50 states of the U.S., which joined the union in 1912.
The state of Arizona was admitted to the union in 1912.
El estado de Arizona fue admitido en la unión en 1912.
Geographical region that contains a rich cultural and natural diversity.
The region of Arizona is home to various Native American tribes.
La región de Arizona alberga diversas tribus nativas americanas.

Etymology

The name 'Arizona' derives from a word in the O'odham language meaning 'the little spring.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Arizona Day
A celebration of the state every February 14th.
Día de Arizona
Sonoran Desert
The vast desert area that extends across the southwestern part of Arizona.
Desierto de Sonora
Saguaro cactus
Iconic plant of Arizona, symbolizing the desert.
Cactus de saguaro

Related Words

Phoenix
Capital of the state of Arizona.
Phoenix
Grand Canyon
One of the main tourist attractions in Arizona.
Gran Cañón
Tucson
Second largest city in Arizona.
Tucson

Slang Meanings

Referring to Arizona as a hot and arid place.
It's so hot it feels like we're in the Arizona desert.
Hace tanto calor que parece que estamos en el desierto de Arizona.
Calling someone 'Arizonan' as a cultural identity.
I'm Arizonan and I love life in the desert.
Soy Arizonense y me encanta la vida en el desierto.