hispaniola (Meaning)
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hispaniola (n)
an island in the West Indies
Synonyms & Antonyms of hispaniola
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hispaniola Sentence Examples
- Christopher Columbus first landed on Hispaniola in 1492, claiming it for the Spanish Crown.
- The island of Hispaniola is divided into two independent nations: Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
- Hispaniola's indigenous people, the Taíno, were decimated by European diseases and slavery.
- The French established a colony in the western part of Hispaniola, known as Saint-Domingue.
- The Haitian Revolution, which took place in Hispaniola, led to the establishment of the first independent black republic in the Americas.
- Hispaniola is home to the Pico Duarte mountain range, the highest peak in the Caribbean.
- The Dominican Republic on Hispaniola is a major producer of sugar, coffee, and tobacco.
- The Haitian Creole language, spoken in Hispaniola, is a unique blend of French and African influences.
- Hispaniola's vibrant culture is influenced by its diverse history, including Spanish, French, and African traditions.
- The United States occupied Hispaniola during the early 20th century, a period known as the "Sugar Intervention."
FAQs About the word hispaniola
an island in the West Indies
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Christopher Columbus first landed on Hispaniola in 1492, claiming it for the Spanish Crown.
The island of Hispaniola is divided into two independent nations: Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
Hispaniola's indigenous people, the Taíno, were decimated by European diseases and slavery.
The French established a colony in the western part of Hispaniola, known as Saint-Domingue.
