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Luxembourg City

Luxembourg City

3.2
The capital of Luxembourg, a small country, known for its old town and steep cliffs
  • proper noun
translation icon : Ciudad de Luxemburgo
  • The old quarters and fortifications of Luxembourg City are UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Examples

  • Luxembourg City is known for its stunning architecture and rich history.

  • Luxembourg City is known for its beautiful architecture.

  • Many international organizations have their headquarters in Luxembourg City.

  • Tourists are often impressed by the dramatic cliffs surrounding Luxembourg City.

  • Have you ever visited Luxembourg City?

  • Many international organizations have their headquarters in Luxembourg City.

  • Every year, thousands of tourists visit Luxembourg City to explore its beautiful parks.

Synonyms

Luxembourg
vsLuxembourg City
6 2.5

The capital city of the country Luxembourg with an old walled town

shows its location in the southern part of the country instead
Luxemburg
vsLuxembourg City
1 4.2

The capital and largest city of the country Luxembourg in western Europe

gives a more precise location within the southern part of the country
Luxembourg-Ville
vsLuxembourg City
6.3

The capital and largest city of Luxembourg in the south of the country

is the standard name highlighting location in the southern part of the country

Surface Forms

Luxembourg City main

Morphology

Luxembourg + city

This is a transparent place-name composed of a proper name 'Luxembourg' and the noun 'city'; a learner who knows both words can readily infer it refers to the urban/administrative center called Luxembourg. The pattern (place-name + city) is cross-linguistically common and unambiguous enough for a B1 learner to understand the referent as the capital/major city.

Etymology

Luxembourg City may come from an old name, Lucilinburhuc, which meant 'little castle' or 'small fortress' on a rock. The town grew around that tiny strong place on high cliffs, so the name reminds us of the old fortress and explains why the city sits on steep cliffs today.