iowa

proper noun (Iowa)

«iowa» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

A state in the middle of the United States of America, in the Midwest, known for farms, maize (corn) and pigs. Its capital is Des Moines. tree →

In the lessons

A name: appears in geography lessons about the USA and in stories set in American farmland. Usually written with a capital letter: Iowa. Phrases: «in Iowa», «Iowa farmers», «the state of Iowa».

Examples

Iowa is a state in the Midwest of the USA. tree →
My cousin lives on a farm in Iowa. tree →
Iowa grows a lot of corn. tree →
Des Moines is the capital of Iowa. tree →
We drove across Iowa on our road trip. tree →
Iowa is between the Mississippi and Missouri rivers. tree →

Note

A proper noun: always «Iowa» with a capital I. Pronounced «EYE-oh-wuh». Adjective/person: «Iowan». A name, so it has no plural and no ordinary meaning.

On Mova

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