conakry: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Low FrequencyNeutral, Formal
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What does “conakry” mean?
The capital city of the Republic of Guinea in West Africa.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
The capital city of the Republic of Guinea in West Africa.
Used metonymically to refer to the government or administrative centre of Guinea.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in meaning or usage. Spelling is invariant.
Connotations
Neutral geographical/political reference in both varieties.
Frequency
Equally low frequency in both varieties, appearing primarily in news, geography, and travel discourse.
Grammar
How to Use “conakry” in a Sentence
[be/located] in Conakry[travel/fly] to Conakry[come/arrive] from ConakryVocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “conakry” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- Conakry-based officials
- the Conakry port authority
American English
- Conakry-based diplomats
- the Conakry urban district
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Used in reports concerning mining or trade with Guinea. e.g., 'The company's regional headquarters is in Conakry.'
Academic
Found in geographical, political science, or African studies texts.
Everyday
Rare, except in news about Guinea or in travel planning contexts.
Technical
Used in meteorological reports (e.g., 'Conakry recorded 30°C'), aviation, and logistics.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “conakry”
Neutral
Weak
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “conakry”
- Misspelling: Conakri, Konakry, Conacry. Incorrect article use: 'the Conakry' (usually no definite article).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Conakry is a city. It is the capital of the country Guinea.
In British English, it's /ˈkɒnəkri/ (KON-uh-kree). In American English, it's /ˈkɑːnəkri/ (KAH-nuh-kree).
No, typically not. We say 'in Conakry', not 'in the Conakry', similar to other city names like London or Paris.
It is Guinea's major Atlantic port, its political and economic centre, and known for its vibrant markets and the University of Conakry.
The capital city of the Republic of Guinea in West Africa.
Conakry is usually neutral, formal in register.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Connect 'Conakry' to 'Guinea' – the capital city on the coast. Think: 'CONnect to Guinea's cApital Key city' – CON-A-KRY.
Conceptual Metaphor
PLACE FOR GOVERNMENT (e.g., 'Conakry announced new policies').
Practice
Quiz
What is Conakry?