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El Salvador

/ɛl ˈsælvədɔːr/
nounCEFR A2 (Elementary)Top #8500 frequency
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As noun
  1. 1

    A country in Central America bordered by Honduras to the east and Guatemala to the west.

    "El Salvador is known for its beautiful beaches and vibrant culture."
  2. 2

    The capital city of El Salvador.

    "San Salvador is the largest city in El Salvador."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Derived from Spanish, meaning 'The Savior', referring to Jesus Christ. It was named by the Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century when they established the territory in Central America.

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