Bosnia
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Noun — A country in southeastern Europe, officially Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Named after the Bosna River, which runs through the region.
Full origin of Bosnia →Frequently asked questions
What does “Bosnia” mean?
The word “Bosnia” means a country in southeastern Europe, officially Bosnia and Herzegovina. In plain terms, a country in the Balkans, in southeastern Europe.
How do you pronounce “Bosnia”?
“Bosnia” is pronounced BOZ-nee-uh (/ˈbɑz.ni.ə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Bosnia” in a sentence?
Here is “Bosnia” used in a sentence: “They travelled through Bosnia on their way to the coast.”
What part of speech is “Bosnia”?
“Bosnia” is a noun.
Is “Bosnia” a common word?
“Bosnia” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between Bosnia and Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Bosnia is the common short name for the country officially called Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in southeastern Europe. The two names refer to the same country; "Bosnia" is simply the informal, shorter form used in everyday speech.
Is "Bosnia" used with the article "the"?
No, "Bosnia" is a proper noun and does not take an article, unlike some country names such as "the Netherlands." You simply say "Bosnia" or "in Bosnia," not "the Bosnia."
How do you refer to someone from Bosnia?
A person from Bosnia is called a Bosnian, which also serves as the adjective form, as in "Bosnian culture" or "Bosnian coffee."