What is another word for Central African Republic?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛntɹə͡l ˈafɹɪkən ɹɪpˈʌblɪk] (IPA) 
The Central African Republic is a landlocked country located in the heart of Africa. It is also known by other names such as "Centrafrique" in French, "Republique Centrafricaine" in French, and "CAR" for short. Other synonyms for the Central African Republic include "Central Africa," "Middle Africa," and "Equatorial Africa." Geographically, the country is located in the center of the African continent, which is why it is also sometimes referred to as "the heart of Africa." Despite being one of the poorest countries in the world, the Central African Republic is a culturally and linguistically diverse nation with over 80 different ethnic groups.
