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Colombo

Colombo

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The capital and largest city of Sri Lanka on the west coast with a major harbor
  • proper noun
: Colombo
  • Sri Lanka, Colombo.
  • Colombo, Sri Lanka
  • capital city of Colombo
  • city of Colombo

So there was different teaching in Colombo.

Examples

  • Many tourists visit Colombo to explore its rich culture and vibrant markets.

  • More than 100,000 Tamils were made homeless in Colombo alone, with another 175,000 across the island.

    Academic text (2007)

  • Colombo is a beautiful place, isn't it.

    Trade Winds (1938)

  • Christianity grew early roots along the west coast in cities such as Colombo and Negombo.

    Academic text (2007)

  • Colombo is the capital and largest city of Sri Lanka, known for its beautiful harbor.

  • The economy of Sri Lanka is heavily influenced by Colombo, which serves as a major trade hub.

Surface Forms

Colombo main

Etymology

The name Colombo comes from a local Sinhalese word Kolamba, which means 'port' or 'harbour' and is also sometimes said to mean 'leafy place'. The Portuguese used this form as Colombo, so the city's name helps you remember that it is Sri Lanka's main port and trading city.