Siberian
UK: saɪˈbɪə.ri.ən | US: saɪˈbɪr.i.ən
adj. relating to Siberia or its people, climate, or characteristics
n. a native or inhabitant of Siberia
siberian = siberia<region name> + an<adjective suffix>
- siberia: Derived from the name of the vast region in northern Asia, likely originating from the Turkic word Sibir (referring to the Siberian Tatar people or their capital).
- an: A suffix forming adjectives (e.g., "American," "urban"), indicating belonging or relation.
Etymology Origin:
The word Siberian directly ties to Siberia, a region historically named after the Turkic Sibir people. The suffix -an was added in English to denote association, following patterns like African or European. The term reflects colonial and geographic expansion, where place names were adapted into adjectives to describe inhabitants or traits.
The Siberian tiger is one of the most endangered big cats.
She wore a thick coat to survive the Siberian winter.
Many Siberian cities experience extreme temperatures below -40°C.
The indigenous Siberian cultures have rich shamanic traditions.
His research focuses on Siberian permafrost and climate change.