Israel

īsrāēl
proper noun★Intermediate
formal

A country in Western Asia, located on the southeastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea and the northern shore of the Red Sea.

इज़राइल का राजधानी यरूशलेम है।

Jerusalem is the capital of Israel.

💡

Israel is recognized as a sovereign state by most countries, though its borders and status remain subjects of international debate.

Collocations

इज़राइल का इतिहासhistory of Israelइज़राइल की संस्कृतिculture of Israelइज़राइल की राजधानीcapital of Israel

Synonyms

Related Phrases

इज़राइल-फिलिस्तीन संघर्षphrase
Israel-Palestine conflict
इज़राइल की सुरक्षाphrase
security of Israel

💡Pro Tip

Geographical Context

Israel is bordered by Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and Egypt.

⚡Gold Rule

Political Sensitivity

Discussions about Israel often involve political and historical complexities, so use neutral language when discussing its geography or conflicts.

📖Word Origin

The name 'Israel' originates from the biblical name given to Jacob, a patriarch of the Israelites, meaning 'God prevails' or 'he who struggles with God.'

📝Usage Notes

The term 'Israel' is used both as the name of the modern state and in reference to the ancient kingdom of Israel.

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