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Susah

Susah

9.8
A port city in eastern Tunisia on the Mediterranean Sea with ancient buildings and ruins
  • proper noun
: Susah
  • The ancient ruins in Susah attract tourists from around the world.

Examples

  • Trade has flourished in Susah since Roman times.

  • She visited Susah during her tour of North Africa.

  • Susah is beautiful.

  • Don't miss Susah!

  • The ancient ruins in Susah attract tourists from around the world.

  • She visited Susah during her tour of North Africa.

  • Trade has flourished in Susah since Roman times.

Synonyms

Susa
vsSusah
1 6.5

A port city in eastern Tunisia on the Mediterranean Sea that has old ruins and many tourists

focuses more on ancient architecture and historical importance
Sousse
vsSusah
1 7.4

A port city in eastern Tunisia on the Mediterranean coast

emphasizes historical importance and ancient architecture

Surface Forms

Susah main

Etymology

The word Susah comes from the Arabic name Sūsa and the place was an important Roman town called Hadrumetum, so it has been a busy Mediterranean port for many centuries. A helpful way to remember Susah is to think of it as an old seaside trading city with famous ruins and architecture.