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zeppelin

Pronunciation: [ˈzɛpəlɪn]

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

Context: “transportation”

(noun) a type of large balloon or aircraft filled with gas that is lighter than air. It has a long shape and is often used to carry passengers or goods through the sky.

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The zeppelin floated gracefully above the city, giving passengers a stunning view.

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Unlike airplanes, a zeppelin cannot fly as fast and is harder to control in strong winds.

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Have you ever seen a zeppelin flying in the air?

Context: “history”

(noun) a name associated with the large airships designed by Ferdinand von Zeppelin in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These airships were widely used for travel and military purposes before airplanes became popular.

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Ferdinand von Zeppelin made significant contributions to air travel with his innovative designs.

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Many people do not know that zeppelins were once a common sight in the early 1900s.

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Why were zeppelins so important in the early history of aviation?

How to pronounce zeppelin

Pronunciation: [ˈzɛpəlɪn]

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