Pronunciation: [mˌɪnɪsˈə͡ʊtə] (IPA) 
The word Minnesota is spelled as /mɪnɪˈsoʊtə/. The first syllable "min" is pronounced as "min" with a short "i" sound. The second syllable "ne" is pronounced like "nay" with a long "a" sound and the final syllable "soh-ta" is pronounced with a long "o" sound, followed by a "t" and a "uh" sound. The correct spelling of Minnesota is important especially in written communication as it represents a state in the US.
Minnesota is a state located in the Midwestern region of the United States. It is bordered by the Canadian provinces of Manitoba and Ontario to the north, Wisconsin and Lake Superior to the east, Iowa to the south, and North Dakota and South Dakota to the west. With an area of approximately 225,181 square kilometers (86,936 square miles), Minnesota is the 12th largest state in the country.
The state is known for its diverse landscape, which includes numerous lakes, rivers, forests, prairies, and rolling hills. It is often referred to as the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," although there are actually more than 11,000 lakes scattered throughout the region. Minnesota's climate is characterized by cold winters and moderate to hot summers.
Minnesota is home to a population of around 5.7 million people, making it the 22nd most populous state in the nation. Its largest city and capital is Minneapolis, which forms a metropolitan area with the neighboring city of St. Paul. Other major cities in Minnesota include Duluth, Rochester, and Bloomington.
The state has a diverse economy, with industries including manufacturing, finance, healthcare, agriculture, and technology. It is home to several Fortune 500 companies and is known for its strong educational system, including renowned universities and colleges.
Minnesota is also rich in cultural heritage, with a large population of Scandinavian and German descent. It is known for its vibrant arts and music scene, as well as its professional sports teams such as the Minnesota Vikings (NFL), Minnesota Twins (MLB), and Minnesota Timberwolves (NBA).
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The word "Minnesota" is derived from the Dakota Sioux word "Mnisota", which means "cloudy water" or "sky-tinted water". The Dakota people used this term to describe the Minnesota River, which flows through the state of Minnesota. The name was later anglicized as "Minnesota" when the area became a U.S. territory and eventually a state.
