Etymology

Cape of Good Hope

Today it means: A headland in southwestern South Africa, near Cape Town. Full definition →

Portuguese Cabo da Boa Esperança
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  1. Portuguese · calque ofCabo da Boa Esperança
  2. English todayCape of Good Hope

Calque of Portuguese Cabo da Boa Esperança.

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