Synonyms for

Colombo

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

Definition

Colombo is the largest city in Sri Lanka and the commercial capital of the country.

Synonyms & similar words

capitalofsrilanka colombo capital city metropolis megalopolis center hub downtown town borough district quarter sector zone province state territory region country nation land

Common collocations

  • Colombo Plan
  • Colombo port
  • Colombo crime family
  • Colombo crime syndicate
  • Colombo family
  • Colombo method
  • Colombo station

Word family

noun Colombo

Usage note

Colombo is primarily known as the capital city of Sri Lanka, and also as the name of a fictional Mafia boss. It is not typically used as a common noun with general synonyms or antonyms.

Example sentences

  1. Colombo is a beautiful city with a rich history.
  2. We visited the Colombo National Museum to learn about the country's past.
  3. The streets of Colombo are always bustling with activity.
  4. I love the food in Colombo, especially the seafood.
  5. Colombo is the perfect place for a beach vacation.

Quotes

  • "Colombo is a city that has a soul, and its charms are many. You can feel it in the streets and in the people." - Romesh Gunesekera
  • "Colombo is a city that never ceases to amaze me." - Sanjaya Senanayake
  • "I love the energy of Colombo, it's like no other city in the world." - Nadeesha Paulis

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