valencia
valencia — geographical name
1. A self-governing area on the eastern side of Spain that has its own regional gov
A self-governing area on the eastern side of Spain that has its own regional government, three provinces, and a distinct cultural and linguistic identity along the Mediterranean coast.
Mei-Lin explored the Albufera nature reserve in <hw>Valencia</hw>, where farmers grow rice for paella in freshwater lagoons.
travel + to specific location + regional food connection
The government of <hw>Valencia</hw> funds programs to teach Valencian in local primary schools alongside Spanish.
the government of + place name + bilingual education policy
Rice has been farmed in <hw>Valencia</hw> for centuries, and paella was born there.
rice farming tradition of the region
In <hw>Valencia</hw>, road signs and government documents use both Spanish and Valencian.
bilingual signage example
2. One of the three administrative divisions that make up the Valencian Community,
One of the three administrative divisions that make up the Valencian Community, located on the east coast of Spain with the city of Valencia as its capital.
The province of <hw>Valencia</hw> grows most of Spain's oranges, with groves stretching far inland from the coast.
agricultural importance + the province of + place name
Ziad's relatives live in a village in the province of <hw>Valencia</hw>, north of the capital.
in the province of + place name
The province of <hw>Valencia</hw> waters its farmland through ancient irrigation channels first built by the Romans.
historic irrigation system in the province
Many orange orchards in the province of <hw>Valencia</hw> ship fruit to markets across Europe.
agricultural product + province of + place name
3. A large port city on the east coast of Spain that serves as the capital of the V
A large port city on the east coast of Spain that serves as the capital of the Valencian Community and is well known for its modern arts complex, historic old quarter, and lively festivals.
Stefan flew to <hw>Valencia</hw> to see the City of Arts and Sciences.
flight to + place name
Every March, <hw>Valencia</hw> welcomes thousands of visitors for the Las Fallas festival.
place name as subject welcoming visitors
The high-speed AVE train from Madrid to <hw>Valencia</hw> crosses the scenic Cabriel River gorge on its way east.
from [city] to + place name + travel route detail
Kenji bought jamón, manchego cheese, and horchata at the Central Market in <hw>Valencia</hw>.
specific local foods bought at the market
Usage Note
When referring to the city, no article is needed before the name unless it is part of a descriptive phrase such as 'the city of Valencia.'
Common Mistakes
4. A manufacturing and commercial center located in the north of Venezuela, lying t
A manufacturing and commercial center located in the north of Venezuela, lying to the west-southwest of Caracas, with a large and fast-growing population.
Folake's company moved her to <hw>Valencia</hw>, Venezuela, where she works in a car factory.
disambiguation: [place name], [country]
Toyota and other carmakers run large assembly plants in <hw>Valencia</hw>, Venezuela, employing thousands of workers.
manufacturing industry in the city
Gabriel grew up in <hw>Valencia</hw>, Venezuela, and later moved to the capital for university.
grew up in + place name, [country]
The University of Carabobo in <hw>Valencia</hw>, Venezuela, trains engineers for the local automotive industry.
university-industry connection in the city
Usage Note
To avoid confusion with the Spanish city, speakers often add the country name — for example, 'Valencia, Venezuela' or 'Valencia in Venezuela.'