Bosnian
UK: ˈbɒzniən | US: ˈbɑːzniən
adj. relating to Bosnia, its people, or their language
n. a native or inhabitant of Bosnia
n. the South Slavic language spoken in Bosnia
The term "Bosnian" derives directly from "Bosnia," the name of the Balkan region, combined with the suffix "-an," which indicates association or origin (e.g., "American," "Italian"). "Bosnia" itself traces back to the Bosna River, likely from the Illyrian word *"Bosona," meaning "running water." The suffix "-an" (from Latin "-anus") was adopted into English via Old French to denote relational adjectives. Thus, "Bosnian" logically evolved to describe anything pertaining to Bosnia—its people, culture, or language.
The Bosnian coastline is less known but equally stunning.
She is fluent in Bosnian, Serbian, and Croatian.
Bosnian cuisine features a mix of Ottoman and Slavic influences.
The Bosnian community organized a cultural festival.
His research focuses on Bosnian folklore traditions.