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Trablous

Trablous

9.9
A large port city in northwest Lebanon on the Mediterranean coast
  • proper noun
translation icon : Trípoli
  • The port of Trablous plays an important role in Lebanon's economy.

Examples

  • Many people travel to Trablous to experience its famous souks and ancient architecture.

  • I visited Trablous last summer.

  • Historians have written extensively about the diverse cultural heritage of Trablous.

  • Have you ever been to Trablous?

  • Many tourists flock to Trablous to enjoy its picturesque coastline and rich history.

  • The bustling markets of Trablous offer a wide variety of local goods and spices.

  • Every year, festivals in Trablous celebrate its maritime heritage and vibrant culture.

Synonyms

Tripoli
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A port city in northwestern Lebanon on the Mediterranean coast

gives the Arabic form of the same city's name instead of English
Tarabulus
vsTrablous
9.9

The Arabic name for Tripoli, a port city in northwest Lebanon by the Mediterranean Sea

is the same Arabic name but spelled in a different transliteration
Tarabulus Ash-Sham
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9.9

A large port city in northwest Lebanon on the Mediterranean

is the Arabic name without the regional qualifier

Surface Forms

Trablous main

Etymology

Trablous comes from the Arabic name Tarabulus, which itself comes from the old Greek name Tripolis, meaning 'three cities'. A helpful way to remember it is that tri- is like triangle or triple ('three') and -polis means 'city' as in metropolis, so Trablous is the Arabic form of the name for the port city known in English as Tripoli.