CEFR B2

birthplace

noun

Meaning

The place where a person was born or where something originated.

Examples

Stratford-upon-Avon is the **birthplace** of William Shakespeare.
The museum traces the **birthplace** of the automobile.

Synonyms: origin, homeland, native soil, place of origin

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birthplace (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈbɜːθpleɪs/

Definition

The place where a person was born or where something originated.

Examples

Stratford-upon-Avon is the **birthplace** of William Shakespeare.
The museum traces the **birthplace** of the automobile.
She returned to her **birthplace** after many years abroad.

How to Use birthplace

birthplace of (prepositional phrase): The place where someone or something began or originated. — "The ancient city is considered the **birthplace of** democracy."

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