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Cambodia

/kæmˈboʊ.di.ə/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    A country located in Southeast Asia, bordered by Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and the Gulf of Thailand.

    "Cambodia is known for its rich cultural heritage and historical sites, including the famous Angkor Wat temple complex."
  2. 2

    The kingdom of Cambodia, which has a long history marked by periods of prosperity and turmoil.

    "The history of Cambodia includes the Khmer Empire, which was one of the most powerful empires in Southeast Asia."

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The name 'Cambodia' is derived from the French 'Cambodge', which in turn comes from the Khmer 'Kâmpŭchéa'. The Khmer term is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit 'Kambuja', referring to the ancient kingdom of Funan, which existed around the 1st century CE.

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