Tunisia

/tjuːˈnɪʒ.ə/ proper noun

Tunisia is a country in North Africa on the Mediterranean Sea, between Algeria and Libya. Its capital city is Tunis.

The name "Tunisia" comes from its capital "Tunis," whose name is likely rooted in a Punic word related to resting or camping. Over time, European languages adapted the name of the city to label the entire country.

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