an industrial center and the nominal capital of the Netherlands; center of the diamond-cutting industry; seat of an important stock exchange; known for its canals and art museum
"Amsterdam serves as the nominal capital, a major industrial hub famous for its diamond trade, bustling stock exchange, and iconic canal-lined streets."
A city and municipality of North Holland, Netherlands; capital city of the Netherlands.
"Amsterdam serves as both a vibrant city in North Holland and the capital of the Netherlands."
The name Amsterdam comes from the Dutch language. It originally referred to a place on the Amstel river.