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Republic of Maldives

Republic of Maldives

1 3.8
An island country in the Indian Ocean southwest of India and Sri Lanka known for its atolls and tropical beaches
  • proper noun
  • /rɪˈpʌblɪk əv mælˈdiːvz/
: República de Maldivas
  • The Republic of Maldives attracts tourists from around the world for its pristine beaches and coral reefs.

Examples

  • Did you know that the Republic of Maldives consists of over 1,000 islands?

  • After gaining independence in 1965, the Republic of Maldives joined the United Nations.

  • The government of the Republic of Maldives is taking action to address the challenges of climate change.

  • The Republic of Maldives is famous for its stunning coral reefs.

  • The Republic of Maldives is known for its beautiful atolls and vibrant marine life.

  • Tourists often visit the Republic of Maldives to experience its luxurious resorts and clear waters.

  • In the Republic of Maldives, many visitors enjoy activities such as snorkeling and diving.

Synonyms

Maldives
vsRepublic of Maldives
14 3.6

A country of many small islands in the Indian Ocean known for beaches and resorts

emphasizes political history by noting independence in 1965 rather than tourist focus
Maldive Islands
vsRepublic of Maldives
1 3.8

A group of about 1,200 small coral islands in the Indian Ocean that make up the country Maldives

focuses on national identity and political history rather than island count

Surface Forms

Republic of Maldives main

Morphology

republic + of + Maldives

The phrase is fully compositional: 'republic' (a political system) + 'of' (linking preposition) + 'Maldives' (the country) yields the political entity that is the Maldives. This 'Republic of X' pattern is cross-linguistically common and non-idiomatic, so a B1 learner who knows the constituents would readily understand the meaning.

Etymology

Republic of Maldives may come from old words mala and dvipa, which mean 'garland' and 'island'. The many small islands look like a string or necklace in the sea, so the name fits the country made of lots of tiny islands and atolls.