Scandinavian
3 synonyms for Scandinavian, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to Scandinavia, its people, or its languages.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Relating to Scandinavia, its people, or its languages.
“The apartment had a minimalist Scandinavian design.”
How to use Scandinavian
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Scandinavian design
Scandinavian languages
Etymology
Formed from "Scandinavia" plus the adjective/noun ending "-an."
Full origin of Scandinavian →Frequently asked questions
What does “Scandinavian” mean?
The word “Scandinavian” means relating to Scandinavia, its people, or its languages. In plain terms, relating to or hailing from Scandinavia — its people, culture, or design style.
How do you pronounce “Scandinavian”?
“Scandinavian” is pronounced skan-dih-NAY-vee-uhn (/ˌskændɪˈneɪvi.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Scandinavian” in a sentence?
Here is “Scandinavian” used in a sentence: “The apartment had a minimalist Scandinavian design.”
What part of speech is “Scandinavian”?
Depending on how it is used, “Scandinavian” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “Scandinavian” a common word?
“Scandinavian” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Scandinavian” have?
“Scandinavian” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to Scandinavia, its people, or its languages.
