Odessa
From the ancient Greek city of Odessos, of uncertain etymology.
Meaning and origin
Odessa is a place name derived from the ancient Greek city of Odessos on the Black Sea coast.
How to pronounce Odessa
| Ukrainian (Ukraine) | oh-DEH-suh /oˈdesa/ |
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