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Emirates

Verb / ˈemɜ:ʌts / / ˈemɜ:ˌeɪts / Another word for emirates — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Emirates refers to a group of countries in the Middle East that are ruled by emirs.

Synonyms & similar words

emirate kingdoms principalities states provinces territories realms domains nations countries lands regions dominions sovereignties commonwealths federations confederations alliances coalitions unions associations

Synonyms by register

Formal

principality dominion sovereignty

Common collocations

  • United Arab Emirates
  • ruler of the emirate
  • emirates airline
  • emirates stadium
  • emirates post
  • emirates NBD
  • emirates palace

Word family

noun emirate
adjective emirates

Usage note

Emirates is often used as part of a proper noun, such as the United Arab Emirates or Emirates Airline. It refers to a territory ruled by an emir.

Example sentences

  1. The United Arab Emirates is a country in the Middle East.
  2. Emirates Airlines is based in Dubai.
  3. The emirates are ruled by emirs.
  4. The emirates have a rich cultural heritage.
  5. The emirates are known for their oil reserves.

Quotes

  • 'The Emirates is a country that has embraced modernity, but has also maintained its cultural heritage.' - Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
  • 'The Emirates is a land of opportunity, where anything is possible.' - Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan
  • 'The Emirates is a place where the future meets the past.' - Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum

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