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Definition of algiers
algiers
/ælˈdʒɪɹz/
Al · giers
algiers Lexical Profile
CEFR
B1
Grade
6
Tier
2
Usage
Top 10k
• noun
1
The capital and largest city of Algeria, located on the Mediterranean coast of North Africa, historically known for its prominent port and as a center of French colonial administration.
Example
"The architecture of Algiers presents a striking contrast between the modern beachfront and the ancient hillside Casbah."
Word Nuance & Usage
Although it ends in an 's', Algiers is a singular proper noun and takes singular verbs.
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Word Origin & Etymology
From French 'Alger', derived from Catalan 'Aljer', ultimately from Arabic 'al-Jazā'ir' (الجزائر), meaning 'the islands', referring to the small islands that formerly stood in the bay before becoming joined to the mainland.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Algiers. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/algiers