Synonyms for

Canberra

Verb / ˌkæˈnberʌ / Another word for canberra — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Canberra is the capital city of Australia.

Synonyms & similar words

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Common collocations

  • Canberra Raiders
  • Canberra Times
  • Canberra Hospital
  • Canberra Airport
  • Canberra CBD
  • Canberra region
  • Canberra suburbs
  • Canberra accommodation

Word family

noun Canberra

Usage note

Canberra is a proper noun, referring to the capital city of Australia. It is not typically used in a general sense and therefore has no direct antonyms or synonyms.

Example sentences

  1. Canberra is a beautiful city with many national monuments and museums.
  2. The parliament of Australia is located in Canberra.
  3. I want to visit Canberra to see the famous Floriade festival.
  4. Canberra is surrounded by nature reserves and bushland.
  5. The Australian War Memorial in Canberra is a must-visit for history enthusiasts.

Quotes

  • "Canberra: the city that waits for the sun to rise every day, because it knows that it can." - Rohan Wilson
  • "I love Canberra as a city. It's a good compromise between Melbourne and Sydney. It's a small, beautiful city." - Cate Blanchett
  • "I love Canberra. It's a bit like a wine-tasting course: you have to spend a bit of time there to really appreciate it." - George Gregan

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