Balkans
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Balkans, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The peninsula and cultural region of southeastern Europe encompassing countries such as Albania, Serbia, Croatia, Bulgaria, and Greece.
Etymology
Named after the Balkan mountain range, from a Turkic word meaning "wooded mountain range."
Full origin of Balkans →Frequently asked questions
What does “Balkans” mean?
The word “Balkans” means the peninsula and cultural region of southeastern Europe encompassing countries such as Albania, Serbia, Croatia, Bulgaria, and Greece.
How do you pronounce “Balkans”?
“Balkans” is pronounced BAWL-kuhnz (/ˈbɔl.kənz/ in IPA).
How do you use “Balkans” in a sentence?
Here is “Balkans” used in a sentence: “The Balkans have a long and complicated political history.”
What part of speech is “Balkans”?
“Balkans” is a noun.
Is “Balkans” a common word?
“Balkans” is an uncommon word in modern English.