Zaragoza (en. Saragossa)

/θaɾaˈɣoθa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Definition: City located in the northeast of Spain, on the banks of the Ebro River.
Example Sentence: Zaragoza is known for its rich history and cultural heritage.
Zaragoza es conocida por su rica historia y patrimonio cultural.
Definition: Economic and administrative center of the Aragón region.
Example Sentence: In Zaragoza, several important public institutions can be found.
En Zaragoza se encuentran varias instituciones públicas importantes.
Definition: Place where the famous Book Fair is held.
Example Sentence: Every year, Zaragoza hosts one of the most important book fairs in Spain.
Cada año, Zaragoza alberga una de las ferias más importantes del libro en España.

Etymology

Etymology/Origin: The name Zaragoza comes from the Latin 'Caesaraugusta', which was a Roman city.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Phrase: Zaragoza is my city
Meaning: An expression that means Zaragoza is the place of origin or residence of someone.
Zaragoza es mi ciudad
Phrase: I am going to Zaragoza
Meaning: Phrase used to indicate a trip to the city.
Voy a Zaragoza
Phrase: The old Zaragoza
Meaning: Refers to the historical and cultural part of the city.
La Zaragoza antigua

Related Words

Related Word: Aragón
Description: Autonomous community in which Zaragoza is located.
Aragón
Related Word: Ebro
Description: River that runs through the city of Zaragoza.
Ebro

Slang Meanings

Slang Meaning: Saragossa in the context of parties.
Example: People often say that the best party is experienced in Zaragoza.
La gente suele decir que la mejor fiesta se vive en Zaragoza.
Slang Meaning: Zaragoza as a synonym for good food.
Example: If you want good tapas, you have to go to Zaragoza.
Si quieres buenas tapas, tienes que ir a Zaragoza.