Republic of Niger
- proper noun
- /rɪˈpʌblɪk əv ˈniːʒɛr/
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República del Níger
- The president of the Republic of Niger addressed the nation during the independence celebrations.
Examples
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The Republic of Niger is known for its rich cultural heritage.
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International aid organizations have increased their efforts in the Republic of Niger to combat food shortages.
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Drought is a significant concern for farmers living in the Republic of Niger.
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Have you ever visited the Republic of Niger?
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Drought is a significant concern for farmers living in the Republic of Niger.
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International aid organizations have increased their efforts in the Republic of Niger to combat food shortages.
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Have you ever visited the Republic of Niger?
Synonyms
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A country in West Africa mostly covered by desert with no coast
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning is directly compositional: 'republic' (a state/government form) + 'of' + the proper name 'Niger' denotes the political entity or country. This naming pattern ("Republic of X") is common cross-linguistically, so a B1 learner who knows the constituents will understand it refers to the country/state.
Etymology
Republic of Niger may come from the Niger River, a long river that helped people live and travel there, and Republic means a country with elected leaders. So, Republic of Niger is the 'official name' of the country of Niger.