Part of speech: Noun
Phonetic transcription: /maˈðɾiθ/
Meanings: "Madrid" is the capital city of Spain. It can refer both to the geographical location and the city as a whole. Its usage in the Spanish language is very common, both in written and oral contexts.
Examples: 1. Vivo en Madrid. (I live in Madrid.) 2. El Palacio Real está en Madrid. (The Royal Palace is in Madrid.)
Idiomatic expressions: Madrid is commonly used in idiomatic expressions in Spanish. Some examples are: 1. "De Madrid al cielo" (Literal translation: "From Madrid to the sky") - Used to express how much someone loves or adores Madrid. 2. "Irse a Madrid" (Literal translation: "To go to Madrid") - It can mean physically going to Madrid, but it is also used to indicate seeking better opportunities or a new beginning.
Etymology: The etymology of "Madrid" is believed to come from the Arabic "مجريط" (Majrīṭ), which was the name given to the city during the Moorish occupation. Over time, the name evolved into "Madrid" in Spanish.
Synonyms and Antonyms: - Synonyms: la capital (the capital city), la villa (the city), la ciudad (the city) - Antonyms: las afueras (the outskirts), el campo (the countryside), las provincias (the provinces)