Copenhagen

[koh-puhn-hey-guhn, -hah-, koh-puhn-hey-, -hah-]

noun

1. a seaport in and the capital of Denmark, on the eastern coast of Zealand.

Copenhagen

/ -ˈhɑː-, ˈkəʊpənˌheɪ-, ˌkəʊpənˈheɪɡən, -ˌhɑː- /

noun

1. Danish name: København. the capital of Denmark, a port on Zealand and the Amager Islands on a site inhabited for some 6000 years: exports chiefly agricultural products; iron and steel works; university (1479). Pop: 501 664 (2004 est)

Copenhagen

1. Capital of Denmark and largest city in the country, located in eastern Denmark; the country's chief commercial, industrial, and cultural center.

Called the “Paris of the north” because of its similar charm.

Example Sentences

“I think we are in the most difficult and dangerous situation since the end of the Second World War,” Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said at a Copenhagen summit last month.

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The Social Democrats have controlled Copenhagen for more than a century, and held the position of mayor since it was created in 1938.

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But Belarus's surprise 2-2 draw in Copenhagen meant Steve Clarke's side still had a chance of finishing top of Group C if they beat the Danes - giving the team one more shot at automatic qualification.

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“The capital of Denmark is Copenhagen,” Beowulf interjected, pleased that he remembered.

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They survived a first-half onslaught in Copenhagen to earn a valuable point.

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