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उन्नाव
/ʊnˈnɑːʋ/
What does "उन्नाव" mean in English?
city in Uttar Pradeshवह उन्नाव में रहता है।
He lives in Unnao.
How to use "उन्नाव" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
geographical
A city in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India, known for its historical and administrative significance.
उन्नाव उत्तर प्रदेश का एक प्रमुख शहर है।
Unnao is a major city in Uttar Pradesh.
Also refers to the district of the same name.
Collocations
उन्नाव जिलाUnnao districtउन्नाव लोक सभा निर्वाचन क्षेत्रUnnao Lok Sabha constituency
Pro Tip
Pronunciation Tip
The 'न्न' in 'उन्नाव' is pronounced as a geminated 'n' sound, similar to the 'nn' in 'unnecessary.'
Word Origin
Derived from Sanskrit 'उन्नति' (progress) and 'आव' (place), meaning 'place of progress.'
Usage Notes
Primarily used as a proper noun referring to the city or district. Not used in a metaphorical or idiomatic sense.
Word Breakdown
उन्न
progress
rootआव
place
suffixहिन्दी-अंग्रेज़ी शब्दकोश