“Manila” or “Manilla”—Which to use?

“Manila” or “Manilla”

Overview

manila / manilla are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

manila: (noun) a strong paper or thin cardboard with a smooth light brown finish made from e.g. Manila hemp. (noun) the capital and largest city of the Philippines; located on southern Luzon.

manilla: NA

Pronunciation

manila: m·ah·n·IH·l·ah

manilla: m·ah·n·IH·l·ah

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Examples in Context

Examples of “manila”

…capital city of the Philippines, Manila Bay facilitated commerce and trade…
Manila Bay () is a natural…
The mangrove ecosystem around Manila Bay has both ecological and…
Manila Bay
…fronting the bay along Metro Manila is reclaimed land which now…
…useful during the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish–American War.
…about 4,600 hectares, wetlands around Manila Bay are useful in:
…the Japanese forces based in Manila Bay.
Across the entrance to Manila Bay are several islands, the…
Manila Bay was connected to Laguna…

Examples of “manilla”

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