Philadelphia

American  

[fil-uh-del-fee-uh] / ˌfɪl əˈdɛl fi ə /

noun

1. a city in SE Pennsylvania, on the Delaware River: Declaration of Independence signed here July 4, 1776.

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Philadelphia British  

/ ˌfɪləˈdɛlfɪə /

noun

1. a city and port in SE Pennsylvania, at the confluence of the Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers: the fourth largest city in the US; founded by Quakers in 1682; cultural and financial centre of the American colonies and the federal capital (1790–1800); scene of the Continental Congresses (1774–83) and the signing of the Declaration of Independence (1776). Pop: 1 479 339 (2003 est)

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Philadelphia Cultural  

1. Largest city in Pennsylvania.

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Philadelphia, the “City of Brotherly Love,” was founded in the late seventeenth century as a Quaker colony by William Penn.

Cultural center now and especially in colonial times. Its historical monuments include Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed; the Liberty Bell; and Congress Hall.

Example Sentences

Thunder's 139 points were the most conceded by the Lakers this season and the 43-point defeat was the team's heaviest since a 44-point loss to Philadelphia in November 2023.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Gladiators at work, Martin Scorsese on the set, big news from Philadelphia and more.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

She explored different styles of music throughout her youth and became a part of the eclectic DIY scene in Philadelphia.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

“Zero sounds great, but it could potentially then get into a deflationary cycle,” Patrick Harker, former Philadelphia Fed president and now a professor at the Wharton School, said in September External link.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

“There’s no turning back, Nell. Once you arrive in Philadelphia, you are to assume your new identity wholly. One slipup, and the entire case will be in jeopardy.”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan