lhasa: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
LowGeographical; formal/informal for the city; specialised/informal for the dog breed.
Quick answer
What does “lhasa” mean?
The capital city of Tibet, an autonomous region of China.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
The capital city of Tibet, an autonomous region of China.
Often used as a shortened form for 'Lhasa Apso', a breed of small, long-haired dog originating from Tibet.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in meaning. Usage may vary slightly based on regional familiarity with Tibetan culture or the dog breed.
Connotations
For the city, carries connotations of Tibetan Buddhism, history, and culture. For the dog, connotations of a specific small, long-haired pet breed.
Frequency
Equally low frequency in both dialects. The dog breed reference is likely more common in everyday pet-related contexts than the city reference.
Grammar
How to Use “lhasa” in a Sentence
[proper noun][adjective] + LhasaLhasa + [verb (e.g., is located)]Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “lhasa” in a Sentence
verb
British English
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American English
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adverb
British English
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American English
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adjective
British English
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American English
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Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare, except in tourism or trade related to Tibet.
Academic
Used in geography, Asian studies, religious studies, and history contexts.
Everyday
Primarily in discussions about travel, world geography, or dog breeds.
Technical
Used in cartography, breed standards for dogs.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “lhasa”
Strong
Neutral
Weak
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “lhasa”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “lhasa”
- Misspelling as 'Lasa' or 'Lasah'.
- Incorrect pronunciation ignoring the initial 'L' sound /l/.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, Lhasa is the capital city of the Tibet Autonomous Region within China.
It is pronounced /ˈlɑːsə/ in British English and /ˈlɑsə/ in American English. The 'L' is pronounced, and the 'h' is silent.
It is a small, non-sporting dog breed known for its long, dense coat, originally bred in Tibet as an indoor sentinel.
Typically no. It is a proper noun (place name). Informally, it can serve as a shortened form for 'Lhasa Apso' (also a proper noun derivative).
The capital city of Tibet, an autonomous region of China.
Lhasa is usually geographical; formal/informal for the city; specialised/informal for the dog breed. in register.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “N/A”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Imagine a Lhasa Apso dog sitting on a map, marking the spot of Lhasa, Tibet.
Conceptual Metaphor
N/A for proper noun.
Practice
Quiz
What is Lhasa?