liguria: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
LowFormal, Geographical
Quick answer
What does “liguria” mean?
A coastal region in northwestern Italy, bordering France.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A coastal region in northwestern Italy, bordering France.
The region is known for its Italian Riviera coastline, picturesque villages, and as the origin of pesto sauce. It can also refer to the historical maritime republic of Genoa, which dominated the region.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in meaning or usage. Spelling is identical.
Connotations
Both associate it with tourism, cuisine (pesto, focaccia), and coastal scenery.
Frequency
Equally low frequency in both dialects, appearing mainly in geographical, culinary, or travel contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “liguria” in a Sentence
[Preposition] + Liguria (e.g., in, to, from)Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “liguria” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- Ligurian basil is essential for authentic pesto.
- The Ligurian coast is spectacular.
American English
- Ligurian olive oil is highly prized.
- We studied Ligurian maritime history.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare, except in tourism, wine, or food export industries (e.g., 'We source our basil from Liguria.').
Academic
Used in geography, history, or culinary studies contexts.
Everyday
Mainly in travel planning or discussions about Italian food.
Technical
Used in precise geographical or administrative descriptions.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “liguria”
Neutral
Weak
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “liguria”
- Misspelling as 'Liguaria' or 'Ligurria'.
- Using it as a common noun (e.g., 'a beautiful liguria' – incorrect).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, Liguria is an administrative region of Italy.
The capital city of Liguria is Genoa (Genova).
Yes, the derived adjective is 'Ligurian' (e.g., Ligurian coast, Ligurian food).
It is famous for the Italian Riviera coastline, picturesque towns like Portofino and the Cinque Terre, and as the birthplace of pesto sauce.
A coastal region in northwestern Italy, bordering France.
Liguria is usually formal, geographical in register.
Liguria: in British English it is pronounced /lɪˈɡjʊə.ri.ə/, and in American English it is pronounced /lɪˈɡjʊr.i.ə/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Liguria sounds like 'league' and 'uria' – think of a 'league' of coastal villages along the 'shore' (uria suggestive of 'shore').
Conceptual Metaphor
Liguria is a treasure chest (of culinary and scenic delights).
Practice
Quiz
What is Liguria best known for?