kʰɛln

Definitions

1. noun

A major city located in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, known for its Roman-Germanic Museum and its annual Carnival celebrations.

“I spent a week exploring the historic city of köln and its beautiful cathedral.”

2. proper noun

The capital and largest city of the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia.

“Köln is a major financial hub in western Germany.”