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Greenwich

Pronunciation: [ˈɡrɛnɪtʃ]

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

Context: “geography”

(noun) Greenwich is a place in London, England, known for its famous observatory and being the starting point for the world's time zones. Just like how a school has a main office that helps everyone, Greenwich has an important role in how we measure time around the world.

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Greenwich is home to the Prime Meridian, where the Eastern and Western hemispheres meet.

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Greenwich is not just another neighborhood; it has special historical significance.

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What can you tell me about the history of Greenwich?

Context: “time”

(noun) Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is the mean solar time at the Prime Meridian in Greenwich. It's like how you use a clock to tell time, but GMT is used by many countries and is a way to standardize time around the world.

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Many countries use Greenwich Mean Time to coordinate activities.

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Using local time made it confusing, especially when we should rely on Greenwich Mean Time.

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What time is it in Greenwich Mean Time right now?

How to pronounce Greenwich

Pronunciation: [ˈɡrɛnɪtʃ]

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