Cartagena (en. Cartagena)

/kaɾtaˈxena/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Port city on the Caribbean coast of Colombia.
Cartagena is known for its colonial history and beautiful beaches.
Cartagena es conocida por su historia colonial y sus bellas playas.
Municipality in the department of Bolívar, Colombia.
The municipality of Cartagena has a rich culture and traditions.
El municipio de Cartagena tiene una rica cultura y tradiciones.

Etymology

Name of Carthaginian origin, possibly related to the ancient city of Carthage in Tunisia.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Cartagena de Indias
Historic city on the Caribbean coast of Colombia.
Cartagena de Indias
Go to Cartagena
To take a trip to this city.
Ir a Cartagena
The heroic one
Nickname given to Cartagena for its historical resistance.
La heroica

Related Words

Bolívar
Department of Colombia where Cartagena is located.
Bolívar
Caribbean
Region where Cartagena is found.
Caribe
Colonial
Related to the era of colonization, associated with the history of Cartagena.
colonial

Slang Meanings

Cartagenero
A person originally from Cartagena who identifies with its culture.
Una persona oriunda de Cartagena que se identifica con su cultura.
The walled city
Reference to the historic center of Cartagena, famous for its walls.
Referencia al centro histórico de Cartagena, famoso por sus murallas.