Washington
10 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The capital city of the United States, or a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the US, or a surname of English origin.
“Washington, D.C. is home to numerous national monuments and museums.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈwɒʃɪŋtən/
Syllables
wash·ing·ton
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