What is another word for gabon?
Pronunciation: [ɡˈabɒn] (IPA) 
Gabon is a country located in Central Africa, known for its unique wildlife and rainforest. In terms of synonyms, Gabon is sometimes referred to as the Gabonese Republic, due to the fact that it is a republic nation. Other synonyms for Gabon may include the "Land of the surfing hippos," due to its famously surfable Gabonese waves, or "Gaboon," which is an older spelling of the country's name. Additionally, the official language of Gabon is French, so the country may also be referred to as the Republique Gabonaise. Finally, Gabon is sometimes referred to simply as an African country, alongside 53 other countries that make up the continent.
