Riyadh (Saudi Arabia)
/riːˈjɑːd/
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The capital and largest city of Saudi Arabia, a major political, cultural, and economic center of the Kingdom
Riyadh hosted the annual Arab League summit last year.
Etymology
The word derives from the Arabic plural form of "rawḍah", meaning "gardens or meadows", referring to the lush green valleys and farmland that once covered the area before urbanization.
Collocations
Riyadh MetroKing Saud UniversityRiyadh Season
Related Words
JeddahMeccaMedina