España

[ es-pah-nyah ]

/ ɛsˈpɑ nyɑ /

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noun

Spanish name of Spain.

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Words nearby España

ESP, espadrille, espagnole, espagnolette, espalier, España, español, Espartero, esparto, espec., especial

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How to use España in a sentence

Acrobat death In 2004, Dessi Espana, a performer with Ringling Bros. and Barnum Bailey, fell 35 feet during a performance.
Thrills and Too Many Spills: The Dangers of the Circus|Marina Watts|May 5, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Despite the horrific scene, the circus continued on with the show as Espana was rushed to hospital.
Thrills and Too Many Spills: The Dangers of the Circus|Marina Watts|May 5, 2014|DAILY BEAST
I gave the usual answer, “Espana,” and went up to the place where he stood.
The Bible in Spain|George Borrow
Memoria de los Codices notables conservados en los archivos ecleseasticos de Espana.
Illuminated Manuscripts|John W. Bradley

Knowledge of this hidden and beautiful city hath not been reported unto Spain nor even unto Nueva Espana.
The Air Ship Boys|H.L. Sayler

British Dictionary definitions for España

España

/ (esˈpaɲa) /

noun

the Spanish name for Spain

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