Hayastan
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Definition
Proper noun: * Hayastan: The native Armenian name for the Republic of Armenia, a country in the South Caucasus region of Eurasia. It refers to the modern state as well as the historical and cultural region.
Usage
- Hayastan is used primarily within an Armenian context or when referring to the country in the Armenian language. In English, "Armenia" is the standard term.
- The official name of the country in the Armenian language is "Hayastani Hanrapetut'yun" (Republic of Hayastan).
- Many diaspora Armenians feel a deep connection to Hayastan.
Advanced Usage
- The term embodies national identity and historical continuity, connecting the modern republic to the ancient Armenian civilization.
Variants and Related Words
- Armenia (n): The English name for the country Hayastan.
- Armenian (adj/n): Of or relating to Hayastan/Armenia, its people, or its language.
- Hay (n): The Armenian endonym for an Armenian person.
Synonyms
- Armenia
- Republic of Armenia
Related Phrases
- Land of Hayk: A poetic and historical name for Armenia/Hayastan, derived from Hayk, the legendary patriarch of the Armenian people.
Noun
- a landlocked republic in southwestern Asia; formerly an Asian soviet; modern Armenia is but a fragment of ancient Armenia which was one of the world's oldest civilizations; throughout 2500 years the Armenian people have been invaded and oppressed by their neighbors