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Bavaria

buh-VEH-uh-ree-uh

Bavaria (name) means a state in southeastern Germany, known for its distinct culture and Alpine landscape. Example: “They visited castles throughout Bavaria.”

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A state in southeastern Germany, known for its distinct culture and Alpine landscape.
"They visited castles throughout Bavaria."
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Etymology

From New Latin Bavaria, from Medieval Latin Baioaria, from Latin Boiuvarii (literally “Boii settlers”), a compound of a Gaulish word meaning “cattle owner” (from Proto-Celtic *bāus (“cow”)) + Proto-Germanic *warjaz (“settler”). Alternatively, Pokorny proposes that the first element is a word meaning “warrior”, derived from Proto-Indo-European *bʰeyh₂- (“to hit, beat”). This name was adopted by the Marcomanni after defeating the Boii and settling Bohemia and parts of Bavaria.

Origin: New Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Bavaria” mean?

The word “Bavaria” means a state in southeastern Germany, known for its distinct culture and Alpine landscape.

How do you pronounce “Bavaria”?

“Bavaria” is pronounced buh-VEH-uh-ree-uh (/bəˈvɛəɹi.ə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Bavaria” in a sentence?

Here is “Bavaria” used in a sentence: “They visited castles throughout Bavaria.”

What part of speech is “Bavaria”?

“Bavaria” is a name.

Is “Bavaria” a common word?

“Bavaria” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Definitions: FreeDict original editorial · etymology from Wiktionary