Kyiv

/ˈkiːɪv/

capital city of Ukraine

Kyiv is known for its rich history and stunning architecture.

This sentence highlights Kyiv's cultural significance and landmarks.

formal

The capital and largest city of Ukraine, located along the Dnipro River.

Kyiv has been a political and cultural center for centuries.

This emphasizes Kyiv's historical importance in Ukraine.

The spelling 'Kyiv' is the official and preferred transliteration of the Ukrainian name Київ (Kyiv).

Collocations

Kyiv city centerthe central area of KyivKyiv metrothe subway system in KyivKyiv Independence Squarea major public square in Kyiv

a medieval state centered in Kyiv

Use 'Kyiv' instead of 'Kiev' to respect Ukrainian language standards.

Always use 'Kyiv' in formal and international contexts.

Derived from the Old East Slavic name 'Kyiv' (Київ), meaning 'belonging to Kyi,' a legendary founder of the city.

The spelling 'Kyiv' is preferred over the outdated 'Kiev' to reflect the Ukrainian language's transliteration rules.

Kyiv

the name of the city

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