Tasmania
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Tasmania, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — An island state of Australia off its southeastern coast, with Hobart as its capital.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Named after the Dutch explorer Abel Tasman, who charted the island in 1642.
Full origin of Tasmania →Frequently asked questions
What does “Tasmania” mean?
The word “Tasmania” means an island state of Australia off its southeastern coast, with Hobart as its capital. In plain terms, the Australian island state south of the mainland.
How do you pronounce “Tasmania”?
“Tasmania” is pronounced taz-MAY-nee-uh (/tæzˈmeɪniə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Tasmania” in a sentence?
Here is “Tasmania” used in a sentence: “They took a ferry across the Bass Strait to Tasmania.”
What is another word for “Tasmania”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Tasmania” include the Apple Isle, lutruwita, Tassie and Van Diemen's Land.
What part of speech is “Tasmania”?
“Tasmania” is a name.
Where does the word “Tasmania” come from?
The word “Tasmania” dates back to around 1642 and comes from Dutch. Named after the Dutch explorer Abel Tasman, who charted the island in 1642.
Is “Tasmania” a common word?
“Tasmania” is an uncommon word in modern English.