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Antwerpen

Antwerpen

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A large port city in northern Belgium famous for diamonds and old buildings
  • proper noun
: Amberes
  • I once visited Antwerpen and was amazed by its rich history and the bustling diamond district.

Examples

  • He traveled from Brussels to Antwerpen by train to attend an international conference.

  • Many tourists visit Antwerpen each year to admire its impressive architecture and vibrant culture.

  • The diamond district in Antwerpen is world-famous for its trade and craftsmanship.

  • Antwerpen is beautiful.

  • I visited Antwerpen last summer.

  • Many tourists visit Antwerpen each year to enjoy its stunning architecture and vibrant culture.

  • The port city of Antwerpen plays a crucial role in Belgium's economy due to its strategic location.

Synonyms

Antwerp
vsAntwerpen
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A large city in northern Belgium with a big port known for diamonds

is the Dutch form used locally rather than the English form
Anvers
vsAntwerpen
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A city in northern Belgium with a large port and a famous diamond trade

is the Dutch form used locally rather than the French form

Surface Forms

Antwerpen main

Etymology

The word Antwerpen has a memorable origin. One popular story says it comes from Dutch words hand ('hand') and werpen ('to throw') after a hero cut off a giant's hand and threw it into the river, and you can still see a statue of the thrown hand in the city. The name also includes a part like English wharf ('dock'), which reminds us that Antwerpen is an important port.