Euskaldun

/eɪˈskaɫdun/ noun

Definition

A native or inhabitant of the Basque country; a person whose native language is Basque.

Etymology

Basque: euskal (Basque) + dun (person), literally 'Basque person.' This is the self-designation used by speakers.

Kelly Says

The Basque language is one of Europe's great mysteries—it's not related to any other language family, making euskaldunak the descendants of perhaps the oldest culture on the continent.

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