No. 5,341 in German
baikonur
"Baikonur" is not a German word; it refers to a city and a spaceport in Kazakhstan.
In a sentence
Baikonur ist bekannt für seinen Weltraumbahnhof.
Baikonur is known for its spaceport.
In this sentence, 'Baikonur' refers to the city in Kazakhstan where the famous cosmodrome is located.
Die Rakete startete heute von Baikonur.
The rocket launched from Baikonur today.
Here, 'Baikonur' is used again in the geographical sense, indicating the location from which the rocket is launched.
Baikonur war früher Teil der Sowjetunion.
Baikonur used to be part of the Soviet Union.
This usage of 'Baikonur' reflects its historical aspect and geo-political significance.
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