Mari
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Noun — A member of the Mari people, a Volga-Finnic ethnic group of the Volga region of Russia.
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Etymology
The city name traces to Akkadian, linked to Mer, an ancient Mesopotamian storm deity; the ethnic/language sense is unrelated, native to the Mari people's own name for themselves.
Full origin of Mari →Frequently asked questions
What does “Mari” mean?
The word “Mari” means a member of the Mari people, a Volga-Finnic ethnic group of the Volga region of Russia. In plain terms, refers either to an ancient Middle Eastern city or to a Finno-Ugric people and language in Russia — two unrelated senses sharing one name.
How do you pronounce “Mari”?
“Mari” is pronounced MAH-ree (/ˈmɑɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Mari” in a sentence?
Here is “Mari” used in a sentence: “The Mari have preserved much of their traditional folklore.”
What part of speech is “Mari”?
Depending on how it is used, “Mari” can be a noun and a name.
Is “Mari” a common word?
“Mari” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Mari” have?
“Mari” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a member of the Mari people, a Volga-Finnic ethnic group of the Volga region of Russia.