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Asmera

Asmera

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The capital city of Eritrea in the Horn of Africa
  • proper noun
: Asmera
  • It amuses me why there is no monument dedicated to its honor in Mekele like the proud shda in Asmera.

Examples

  • Asmera is known for its beautiful architecture and vibrant culture.

  • Many tourists visit Asmera to explore its historic sites and museums.

  • The festival in Asmera attracts people from all over Eritrea every year.

Synonyms

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The capital city of Eritrea in the central highlands

gives the capital's broader location as the Horn of Africa

Surface Forms

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Etymology

The name Asmera comes from local Eritrean languages, and one popular story says it comes from the phrase Arbaete Asmara, which means 'four women' who came together to found the town. So Asmera's name reminds people of the city's beginning and its community.