Amsterdam
9 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
The capital city of the Netherlands, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system, and historic architecture. It is a major European cultural and financial centre.
“Amsterdam's network of canals and 17th-century townhouses creates one of Europe's most picturesque urban landscapes.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
am·ster·dam
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Synonyms
Dutch capital
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Three instances of A and the -DAM cluster are recognisable
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Scrabble
14 points; good for using common letters including M (3pts) twice
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