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Harare

Harare

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The capital and largest city of Zimbabwe in the country's northeast
  • proper noun
  • /həˈrɑːreɪ/
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  • His novel, Harare North, will be published by Jonathan Cape UK in May 2009.
  • Harare, Zimbabwe
  • Harare conference
  • Harare Declaration

Yeah, you know, just outside Harare and I read about that.

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Examples

  • Many of the Paragroup soldiers commute daily from Harare due to both housing and ration shortages.

    Academic text (1997)
  • Many tourists visit Harare, the capital city of Zimbabwe, to explore its vibrant culture.

  • Yeah, you know, just outside Harare and I read about that.

  • Nairobi is one of them, Harare is another.

  • The initiative has resulted in the creation of the African Capacity Building Foundation, headquartered in Harare, Zimbabwe.

    Academic text (1992)
  • Initially, he carved at his rural home in Gokwe and then transported his sculptures to Harare in order to sell them.

    Academic text (2010)
  • In a bustling market suburb of Harare called Embari, he installed a single bench under the shade of a quiet tree.

  • Harare is known for its beautiful parks and lively street markets throughout the year.

  • The annual festival in Harare attracts artists and musicians from all over Zimbabwe.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

The word Harare comes from the local Shona language and is said to come from the name Neharawa, a local chief. That's why the city's name honours the area's people and history.