lhasa

noun (Lhasa); proper noun

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

Everyday

(a name) Lhasa is the main city of Tibet, high in the Himalayas, now under China's rule. tree →
(a name) A Lhasa Apso is a small long-haired dog breed from Tibet. tree →

In the lessons

Geography and religion: Lhasa is one of the highest cities in the world, about 3,650 metres up; the Potala Palace was the home of the Dalai Lama. It is a holy city for Tibetan Buddhists.

Examples

Lhasa is the capital of Tibet. tree →
The Potala Palace stands in Lhasa. tree →
Lhasa is one of the highest cities on Earth. tree →
Pilgrims walk to Lhasa to pray. tree →
Our neighbour has a Lhasa Apso dog. tree →
The air in Lhasa is thin because it is so high. tree →

Note

Capital letter: Lhasa. The «h» is silent: «LAH-suh».

On Mova

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