Scandinavian

/ˌskændɪˈneɪviən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to Scandinavia, the region in northern Europe that includes Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, or the people and cultures from that region.

Etymology

From Scandinavia, which comes from Latin 'Scania' (the southernmost region). The name's exact origin is debated, but may relate to 'Scania' plus '-via' meaning 'region.'

Kelly Says

Scandinavian languages are so closely related that speakers can often understand each other despite different spellings and pronunciations—it's like watching the same language split into siblings that still recognize each other.

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