alaska in Marathi मराठी
alaska in English
- alaska⇄alaska, noun.
1. a type of wool and cotton yarn.
2. (British.) a dress or coating fabric made of this yarn.
Noun (Proper noun)
/əˈlæskə/ (uh-LAS-kə)
The name "Alaska" comes from the Aleut word "Alyeska," which means "the great land" or "the mainland." The term was later adopted by Russian explorers in the 18th century and subsequently by English speakers after Alaska became a U.S. territory in 1867.
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| English | Alaska | /əˈlæskə/ (uh-LAS-kə) |
| Spanish | Alaska | /aˈlaska/ (ah-LAHS-kah) |
| French | Alaska | /aˈlaska/ (ah-LAS-kah) |
| German | Alaska | /aˈlaska/ (ah-LAHS-kah) |
| Italian | Alaska | /aˈlaska/ (ah-LAHS-kah) |
| Portuguese | Alaska | /aˈlaska/ (ah-LAHS-kah) |
| Russian | Аляска | /aˈlʲaska/ (ah-LYAH-skah) |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 阿拉斯加 | /ā lā sī jiā/ (ah lah si jia) |
| Arabic | ألاسكا | /ʔaˈlaska/ (ah-LAS-kah) |
| Hindi | अलास्का | /aˈlaːska/ (ah-LAAS-kah) |
| Bengali | আলাস্কা | /aˈlaːska/ (ah-LAAS-kah) |
| Punjabi | ਅਲਾਸਕਾ | /aˈlaːska/ (ah-LAAS-kah) |
| Telugu | అలాస్కా | /aˈlaːska/ (ah-LAAS-kah) |
| Gujarati | આલાસ્કા | /aˈlaːska/ (ah-LAAS-kah) |
| Marathi | अलास्का | /aˈlaːska/ (ah-LAAS-kah) |
| Malayalam | അലാസ്കാ | /aˈlaːska/ (ah-LAAS-kah) |
The pronunciation of "Alaska" is generally consistent across the U.S., though regional accents may alter the emphasis slightly. In more formal settings, the pronunciation is clearer, while in conversational contexts, it may be shortened to "A-laska."
Alaska was originally inhabited by various indigenous groups such as the Aleut, Inuit, and Tlingit. The name was used by Russian explorers in the 18th century, and Alaska became a U.S. territory in 1867, officially joining the United States as the 49th state in 1959.
Alaska is known for its diverse cultural heritage, including the influence of native Alaskan tribes, Russian settlers, and more recent settlers. The state's vast natural beauty has made it a popular destination for tourists and artists alike.
Alaska is not only famous for its wildlife and natural landscapes but also for its unique position in U.S. geography. It shares borders with Canada and has vast coastlines along the Arctic and Pacific Oceans. It is rich in resources, including oil, natural gas, and seafood, and plays an essential role in both the American economy and environmental issues.