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Capri

Capri

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An island near Naples in Italy known for its beautiful views and many tourists
  • proper noun
  • /ˈkæpri/
: Capri
  • The boy will be taken to the island fortress at Capri.
  • Isle of Capri
  • the island of Capri
  • Villa Capri

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Examples

  • On a clear day, when the haze has burned off the ridges and the sun settles toward the Twin Peaks of Capri, the Bay of Naples stands in glorious relief.

  • The closer we got to Capri, the lighter we felt, the easier it was to let go.

    Fiction book (1998)

  • The island of Capri was the final destination of our trip.

    Fiction book (1998)

  • The island of Capri, as we soon learned from a public map, consists of two towns, Capri and Anacapri, and a few smaller communities.

    Fiction book (1998)

  • Many tourists dream of visiting the beautiful island of Capri during their summer vacations.

  • The stunning views from the cliffs of Capri make it a popular destination for photographers.

  • After exploring the charming streets of Capri, we enjoyed a delicious meal by the marina.

Surface Forms

Capri main

Etymology

Capri probably comes from a Latin word capra meaning 'goat', and the same root appears in the star sign Capricorn, which also means 'goat'. The island once had many wild goats, so thinking of goats on the island is a simple way to remember its name.