philadelphia

[ˌfɪləˈdɛlfjə]

philadelphia Definition

  • 1a city in southeastern Pennsylvania, United States
  • 2a cream cheese of smooth texture made from cow's milk

Using philadelphia: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "philadelphia" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I visited Philadelphia last summer and saw the Liberty Bell.

  • Example

    Philadelphia is known for its cheesesteak sandwiches.

  • Example

    I spread some Philadelphia on my bagel this morning.

Origins of philadelphia

from Greek 'philos' meaning 'loving' and 'adelphos' meaning 'brother'

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Summary: philadelphia in Brief

The term 'Philadelphia' [ˌfɪləˈdɛlfjə] refers to a city in southeastern Pennsylvania, United States, known for its historical landmarks like the Liberty Bell, and also a type of cream cheese made from cow's milk. It is commonly used in phrases like 'I visited Philadelphia last summer' and 'Philadelphia is known for its cheesesteak sandwiches.'