adjective Common

Armenian

ah-MEE-nee-uhn

Armenian (adjective) means relating to Armenia, its people, language, or alphabet. Example: “The restaurant served traditional Armenian dishes like dolma and lavash.”

adjective

Relating to Armenia, its people, language, or alphabet.

"The restaurant served traditional Armenian dishes like dolma and lavash."

noun

A person from Armenia, or of Armenian ethnicity.

"Many Armenians settled abroad after the genocide of 1915."

The Armenian language, spoken in Armenia and by the Armenian diaspora.

"Armenian uses its own distinctive alphabet, created in the 5th century."

How to Use Armenian

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishRelating to Armenia, its people, or its language.

Word Forms

Armenians plural

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Etymology

From Armenia + the suffix -an.

Rhymes for Armenian

Ian Xian tian sian Qian Lian Jian Asian avian Brian stian Fabian

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Armenian” mean?

The word “Armenian” means relating to Armenia, its people, language, or alphabet. In plain terms, relating to Armenia, its people, or its language.

How do you pronounce “Armenian”?

“Armenian” is pronounced ah-MEE-nee-uhn (/ɑɹˈmini.ən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Armenian” in a sentence?

Here is “Armenian” used in a sentence: “The restaurant served traditional Armenian dishes like dolma and lavash.”

What part of speech is “Armenian”?

Depending on how it is used, “Armenian” can be an adjective and a noun.

Is “Armenian” a common word?

“Armenian” is a fairly common word in modern English.

How many meanings does “Armenian” have?

“Armenian” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to Armenia, its people, language, or alphabet.