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"California" is a proper noun which is often translated as "California", and "Los Angeles" is a proper noun which is often translated as "Los Ángeles". Learn more about the difference between "California" and "Los Angeles" below.
California(
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)A proper noun refers to the name of a person, place, or thing.
1. (U.S. state)
a. California
We took a trip to California to see the giant sequoia. Hicimos un viaje a California para ver las secoyas gigantes.
Los Angeles(
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)A proper noun refers to the name of a person, place, or thing.
1. (city)
a. Los Ángeles
I'm currently working for the municipal government of Los Angeles.Actualmente trabajo para el gobierno municipal de Los Ángeles.
