What is another word for hispaniola?

Pronunciation: [hˌɪspənjˈə͡ʊlə] (IPA)

Hispaniola is a beautiful island located in the Caribbean Sea, known for its rich cultural history and stunning beaches. This island is also known by alternative names, including Santo Domingo, Ayiti, and Quisqueya. Santo Domingo is the capital city of the Dominican Republic, which occupies the eastern two-thirds of the island. Ayiti is from the Taíno language and means "land of high mountains." Quisqueya is a name used by the Taínos for their island, which means "mother of all lands." These synonyms for Hispaniola showcase the diverse cultural history of the island and highlight the various influences that have shaped its past and present.

Synonyms for Hispaniola:

  • Other relevant words:

    Hayti Hispaniola Other relevant words (noun):

What are the hypernyms for Hispaniola?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Hispaniola

It was not long before the news of this great exploit and of the vast treasure gained reached the ears of the buccaneers of Tortuga and hispaniola.
"Howard Pyle's Book of Pirates"
Howard I. Pyle
Port Couillon, in the island of hispaniola, over against the Ile de la Vache, was the place of muster, and thither the motley band gathered from all quarters.
"Howard Pyle's Book of Pirates"
Howard I. Pyle
A few years later, a different method was reported, by Columbus, as employed in hispaniola.
"Cuba, Old and New"
Albert Gardner Robinson

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