The capital
Example: Paris is the capital of France and a historical city.
Definition
"The capital" refers to the city or town that serves as the official seat of government for a country or region. It is often the political, administrative, and cultural center, where key institutions and leaders are located.
Etymology
The phrase "the capital" originates from the Latin word "caput," meaning "head," symbolizing the primary city or head of a state. Over time, it evolved to denote the main city where the government is based, reflecting its importance as the 'head' of political power.
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"The capital" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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