croatian
adjective · noun
Simple meaning
A standardized variety of Serbo-Croatian, a South Slavic language, spoken by Croats.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
kɹoʊˈeɪʃən
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Definition
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adjective
Of or relating to or characteristic of Croatia or its people or language
Of or pertaining to Croatia, the Croatian people or their language.
noun
A standardized variety of Serbo-Croatian, a South Slavic language, spoken by Croats.
An inhabitant of Croatia, or a person of Croatian descent.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
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The Slavic language of the Serbs and Croats.
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Sense: standardized variety of Serbo-Croatian
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