South Dakota

South Dakota

South Dakota (pronunciation: /ˌsaʊθ dəˈkoʊtə/) is a U.S. state located in the Midwestern region of the country.

Etymology

The name "South Dakota" is derived from the Sioux word "Dakota", which means "friend" or "ally". The prefix "South" was added to distinguish it from its northern neighbor, North Dakota.

Related Terms

• Mount Rushmore: A famous landmark located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, featuring the carved faces of four U.S. presidents.
• Badlands National Park: A national park in South Dakota known for its dramatic landscapes.
• Sioux Falls: The largest city in South Dakota.
• Pierre: The capital city of South Dakota.
• Black Hills: A small, isolated mountain range rising from the Great Plains of North America in western South Dakota.
• Missouri River: One of the longest rivers in North America, running through South Dakota.
• Bison: The state animal of South Dakota.

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on South Dakota
• Wikipedia's article - South Dakota

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