holland

• Nombre propio que designa una monarquía constitucional en Europa occidental, a orillas del mar del Norte, donde aproximadamente la mitad del territorio se encuentra por debajo del nivel del mar. También puede referirse a una de sus regiones históricas, Holanda.

A proper noun referring to a constitutional monarchy in western Europe on the North Sea, where half the country lies below sea level.

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1. Country in Western EuropeA1formal

   A constitutional monarchy in western Europe on the North Sea, known for its flat landscape, canals, tulips, windmills, and cycling routes. Half the country lies below sea level.

   Países Bajos

   • Holland is famous for its beautiful tulip fields in spring.
   • Many tourists visit Holland to see the historic windmills.
   • The capital of Holland is Amsterdam.

   Sinónimosnetherlands

2. B1formal

   A historical region that is now part of the modern Netherlands, often used informally to refer to the entire country.

   Holanda (región histórica)

   • The region of Holland was once a powerful maritime province.
   • Historically, Holland was divided into North and South Holland.
   • The Dutch Golden Age was centered in Holland.