Atlanta refers to the U.S. city in Georgia, a major regional hub known for its culture, business, and transportation. In everyday speech, the word is used as a proper noun to designate the city, often as a location, event, or identifier (e.g., “Atlanta skyline,” “Atlanta Falcons game”). It can also appear in discussions about travel, history, and regional identity. The pronunciation emphasizes the first syllable with a clear stress pattern typical of geographic names.
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