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Athens

Pronunciation: [ˈæθ.ɪnz]

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Learn how to use Athens in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “geography”

(noun) Athens is the capital city of Greece and it is famous for its history, culture, and beautiful buildings. It has many ancient sites that people visit to learn about the past.

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My family visited Athens last summer, and we saw the wonderful Parthenon.

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We didn't go to Athens because we chose to visit another city instead.

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Have you ever been to Athens and seen the ancient ruins?

Context: “history”

(noun) Athens is known as a center of learning and democracy. It was home to great thinkers like Socrates and Plato a long time ago.

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Athens is often called the birthplace of democracy because of its important history.

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Athens was not always peaceful; it faced many wars and conflicts in the past.

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Why do you think Athens is considered a significant place in history?

How to pronounce Athens

Pronunciation: [ˈæθ.ɪnz]

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