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Definition of niamey
niamey
/njɑːˈmeɪ/
Nia · mey
niamey Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
The capital and largest city of Niger, located along the Niger River in West Africa, serving as the administrative, cultural, and economic center of the country.
Example
"During her research trip to West Africa, she spent several weeks studying the bustling markets and diverse culture of Niamey."
• Rhymes for niamey
Word Origin & Etymology
The name 'Niamey' is thought to originate from a local Zarma or Songhai settlement. It grew from a small village into a major administrative center after the French colonial administration made it the capital of the Niger territory in 1926.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Niamey. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/niamey