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Albuquerque

|Al-bu-quer-que|

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/ˈælbəˌkɜrki/

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/ˈælbəˌkɜːki/

city in New Mexico

Etymology
Etymology Information

'Albuquerque' originates from Spanish, specifically the name 'Alburquerque,' which is a town in Spain.

Historical Evolution

'Alburquerque' changed from the Spanish town name to the modern English name 'Albuquerque' when the city was founded in New Mexico.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it was just a name of a place in Spain, but over time it became associated with the city in New Mexico.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a city in central New Mexico, USA, known for its annual International Balloon Fiesta.

Albuquerque is famous for its hot air balloon festival.

Last updated: 2025/06/14 20:06