What is another word for Strait Of Hormuz?
Pronunciation: [stɹˈe͡ɪt ɒv hˈɔːmʌz] (IPA) 
The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow and strategically important waterway that connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. It is a crucial oil shipping chokepoint, with about 20% of the world's oil passing through it. There are several other names used for this area, including the Hormuz Strait, the Strait of Hormoz, and the Hormozgan Strait. It is also referred to as the "Gate of Tears" due to the difficult passage ships have to make through the area. In Arabic, it is known as "Tariq al-Tawfiq," which means "the path of success." Whatever the name, the Strait of Hormuz remains a vital maritime route for global trade and energy security.
