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Sydney

Sydney

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A large city by the sea in southeastern Australia that is the capital of New South Wales and a port
  • proper noun
  • /ˈsɪdni/
translation icon : Sídney
  • Sydney hosted the Summer Olympics in 2000, showcasing its ability to organize major international events.
  • Sydney, Australia
  • University of Sydney
  • Western Sydney

This is Max Frost calling in from Sydney, Australia.

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Examples

  • Number six is the Qantas First Class Lounge in Sydney, Australia.

  • My wife, Carol, was unexpectedly hospitalized in Sydney, Australia while on a cruise in February 2008.

    Academic text (2008)
  • This is Max Frost calling in from Sydney, Australia.

  • Hi, I'm Dan from Sydney, Australia, Let's talk about that.

  • Alexa, what time is it in Sydney, Australia?

  • When there is a shortage, Sydney authorities impose various schemes of water use restrictions.

    Academic text (2008)
  • The settlers landed in Sydney Cove, flanked now by the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House.

    Academic text (1990)
  • The Sydney Opera House is one of the most iconic landmarks in Australia.

  • Many tourists visit Sydney each year to enjoy its beautiful beaches and vibrant culture.

Compounds

A large steel arch bridge that crosses Sydney Harbour and links the city center to the North Shore

Sydney silky
  • Australian
7.9

A small companion dog from Australia with a soft blue coat

Surface Forms

Sydney main

Etymology

The city Sydney was named after a British government leader, Lord Sydney, who helped set up the first settlement there. So the name is really a 'person's name' and reminds us that the city began as a British settlement.