Istanbul
8 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
The largest city in Turkey, straddling Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait. Formerly known as Constantinople and Byzantium, it's a major cultural and economic centre.
“Istanbul is renowned for its historic architecture, including the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ɪstænˈbʊl/
Syllables
is·tan·bul
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Synonyms
Constantinople
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Proper noun with three vowels I-A-U; double B pattern
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Scrabble
Worth 10 points; proper nouns typically not allowed in standard play
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