Antananarivo

American  

[ahn-tuh-nah-nuh-ree-voh, an-tuh-nan-uh-] / ˌɑn təˌnɑ nəˈri voʊ, ˌæn təˌnæn ə- /

noun

1. a city in and the capital of Madagascar, in the central part.

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Antananarivo British  

/ ˌæntəˌnænəˈriːvəʊ /

noun

1. Former name: Tananarive.  the capital of Madagascar, on the central plateau: founded in the 17th century by a Hova chief; university (1961). Pop: 1 808 000 (2005 est)

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Example Sentences

The ceremony took place at the Constitutional Court in the capital, Antananarivo, where a large crowd gathered to watch - including those who spearheaded the demonstrations.

From BBC

The building in Ankatso, a neighbourhood in the capital Antananarivo, was only opened in 2023 but cracks and leaks reveal major construction defects.

From Barron's

The capital Antananarivo was calm early Wednesday but there was some uncertainty about what to expect next with international bodies expressing concern.

From Barron's

Troops and protesters have been celebrating the apparent ousting of President Rajoelina, with thousands cheering and waving flags in the capital, Antananarivo.

From BBC

The case has been a source of tension between Antananarivo and Paris.

From Barron's