Geneva is a feminine given name and a city name pronounced with two syllables, typically /dʒɪˈniːvə/ in English. It also refers to the city in Switzerland, known for diplomacy and international organizations. The term blends historical roots from medieval Europe, ultimately tracing to the Latin Gaia or toponymic forms tied to the Alps region. In usage, it denotes proper nouns and formal references, with stress commonly on the second syllable in English.
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