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10 Language-to-English DictionariesCheckpoint Charlie
/ˈtʃɛkˌpɔɪnt ˈtʃɑrli/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A famous crossing point between East and West Berlin during the Cold War, known for its historical significance.
"Tourists often visit Checkpoint Charlie to learn about its role in the history of Berlin." - 2
A metaphorical term used to describe any significant barrier or checkpoint in a broader context.
"In negotiations, reaching a checkpoint Charlie can signify a critical moment in the discussions."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Checkpoint Charlie' originates from the Cold War era, specifically referring to a crossing point between East and West Berlin. The name derives from the phonetic alphabet used by the military, where 'Charlie' represents the letter 'C'. Over time, it has come to symbolize the division of East and West during the Cold War.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Checkpoint Charlie" is said worldwide
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Point de contrôle Charlie
Transliteration: Pwan də kɔ̃tʁɔl ʃaʁli
"Les touristes visitent souvent le Point de contrôle Charlie à Berlin."
Checkpoint Charlie
Transliteration: Tʃɛkˌpɔɪnt ˈtʃaʁli
"Checkpoint Charlie ist ein beliebtes Touristenziel in Berlin."
Checkpoint Charlie
Transliteration: Tʃɛkˌpɔɪnt ˈtʃarli
"Checkpoint Charlie è un simbolo della Guerra Fredda a Berlino."
Punto de control Charlie
Transliteration: Punto de kontrol ˈtʃarli
"El Punto de control Charlie es un lugar histórico en Berlín."
Ponto de controle Charlie
Transliteration: Ponto dʒi kõtʁoʊl ˈtʃaʁli
"O Ponto de controle Charlie é um marco histórico em Berlim."
चेकपॉइंट चार्ली
Transliteration: Chekpoint Charlie
"चेकपॉइंट चार्ली बर्लिन का एक ऐतिहासिक स्थल है।"
查理检查站
Transliteration: Zhā lǐ jiǎnchá zhàn
"查理检查站是柏林历史上的一个重要地点。"
체크포인트 찰리
Transliteration: Chekeupointeu Challi
"체크포인트 찰리는 베를린의 역사적인 장소입니다."
チェックポイント・チャーリー
Transliteration: Chekkupointo Chārī
"チェックポイント・チャーリーはベルリンの歴史的な場所です。"
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