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Definition of tirana

tirana

/tɪˈrɑːnə/
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tirana Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The capital and most populous city of Albania, located in the center of the country and serving as its primary economic, cultural, and political hub.

Example

"During our tour of the Balkans, we spent three days exploring the vibrant architecture and historic monuments of Tirana."

• Rhymes for tirana

• Nearby Words

tinsel
tint
tiramisu
tirana
tirathgarh
tire
tire track eel

Word Origin & Etymology

Founded in 1614 by Sulejman Bargjini, the exact etymology of the name 'Tirana' is debated; it may derive from the ancient Greek and Latin regional name 'Theranda', or from the nearby ancient castle of Tirkan.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tirana. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tirana
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