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Meaning of world capital | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. A city that is widely recognized for its global influence in a particular domain, often acting as a hub for diplomacy, finance, culture, or innovation.
    figuratively
  2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see world, capital.

Equivalents

Deutsch Welthauptstadt
Français capitale mondiale
Nederlands wereldhoofdstad

Examples

“They have turned part of Santa Clara County into "Silicon Valley," the world capital of semiconductor technology.”
“During the past several months Tito has visited a number of world capitals, including Moscow and Peking. He was believed to have briefed Carter on his impressions gained in talks with Soviet and Chinese leaders.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

world car world champion world clock World Communion Sunday World Court world cup

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