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Meaning of Las vegas

A major city known for its vibrant nightlife, casinos, and entertainment options.

In simple words: A city in Nevada known for casinos and entertainment.

Las vegas in a sentence

  • I spent a week in Las Vegas last summer.
  • Las Vegas is famous for its casinos and shows.
  • She plans to visit Las Vegas for her birthday.

How to use Las vegas

Best used when referring to the city or its attractions. Less commonly used in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'Las' as in 'last' and 'Vegas' as in 'vacation' — a last-minute vacation spot.

Related words

Collocations with Las vegas

  • Las Vegas Strip
  • Las Vegas casino
  • Las Vegas shows

Synonyms for Las vegas

  • Sin City
  • City of Lights
  • Entertainment Capital

Opposites of Las vegas

  • rural area
  • small town

Common mistakes with Las vegas

  • Capitalization errors when writing 'Las Vegas'.
  • Confusing it with 'Vegas' in informal contexts.

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Frequently asked questions about Las vegas

What does Las vegas mean?

A city in Nevada known for casinos and entertainment.

What is the definition of Las vegas?

A major city known for its vibrant nightlife, casinos, and entertainment options.

How do you use Las vegas in a sentence?

I spent a week in Las Vegas last summer.

Can you give another example of Las vegas?

Las Vegas is famous for its casinos and shows.

What are synonyms for Las vegas?

Common alternatives include Sin City, City of Lights, Entertainment Capital.

What is the opposite of Las vegas?

Opposite meanings include rural area, small town.

What words go with Las vegas?

It commonly pairs with Las Vegas Strip, Las Vegas casino, Las Vegas shows.

What are common mistakes when using Las vegas?

Capitalization errors when writing 'Las Vegas'. Confusing it with 'Vegas' in informal contexts.

How do you pronounce Las vegas?

US: //læs ˈveɪɡəs//, UK: //læs ˈveɪɡəs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Las vegas?

Best used when referring to the city or its attractions. Less commonly used in formal writing.