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10 Language-to-English DictionariesGoa
Pronunciation / Transliteration: /ˈɡo.ɐ/
"Goa tem uma forte influência histórica portuguesa."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A state in western India on the coast of the Arabian Sea, famous for its tropical beaches, Portuguese colonial architecture, and vibrant tourism.
"They planned a relaxing vacation on the sunny beaches of Goa." - 2
A specific breed or cultural context associated with the region, often used in culinary or musical genres.
"Goa trance electronic music originated on the beaches of the region during the late 1980s."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the Konkani and Portuguese historical nomenclature for the smallest state in India, located on the southwestern coast. The name originates from ancient Indian texts, historically referred to as Gomantak, evolving through Portuguese colonial rule beginning in the 16th century.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Goa" is said worldwide
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Goa
Transliteration: /ɡo.a/
"Nous avons passé nos vacances à Goa."
Goa
Transliteration: /ˈɡoːa/
"Goa ist bekannt für seine wunderschönen Strände."
Goa
Transliteration: /ˈɡɔa/
"Molti turisti visitano Goa ogni anno."
Goa
Transliteration: /ˈɡoa/
"Viajamos a Goa para disfrutar del mar."
Goa
Transliteration: /ˈɡo.ɐ/
"Goa tem uma forte influência histórica portuguesa."
गोवा
Transliteration: Gova
"गोवा भारत का एक बहुत सुंदर राज्य है।"
果阿
Transliteration: Guǒ'ā
"果阿是印度著名的旅游胜地。"
고아
Transliteration: Goa
"우리는 휴가를 보내러 고아에 갔다."
ゴア
Transliteration: Goa
"ゴアはインドの美しい海岸沿いの州です。"
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