Galicia
What is another word for Galicia? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Name — A region and autonomous community in northwestern Spain known for its rugged coastline and Celtic heritage.
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Etymology
From Latin Gallaecia, named after the Gallaeci, a Celtic tribe who lived in the region.
Full origin of Galicia →Frequently asked questions
What does “Galicia” mean?
The word “Galicia” means a region and autonomous community in northwestern Spain known for its rugged coastline and Celtic heritage. In plain terms, refers to two different places sharing the same name — one in Spain, one straddling Poland and Ukraine.
How do you pronounce “Galicia”?
“Galicia” is pronounced guh-LIH-see-uh (/ɡəˈlɪ.si.ə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Galicia” in a sentence?
Here is “Galicia” used in a sentence: “Galicia is famous for its seafood and its own language, Galician.”
What part of speech is “Galicia”?
“Galicia” is a name.
Where does the word “Galicia” come from?
The word “Galicia” comes from Latin. From Latin Gallaecia, named after the Gallaeci, a Celtic tribe who lived in the region.
How many meanings does “Galicia” have?
“Galicia” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a region and autonomous community in northwestern Spain known for its rugged coastline and Celtic heritage.
Related words
Galiza
