Siria (en. Syria)

/ˈsiɾja/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A state located in the southwest of Asia.
The war in Syria has affected millions of people.
La guerra en Siria ha afectado a millones de personas.
An ancient region known as Syria in historical times.
Archaeologists have found remains of ancient civilizations in Syria.
Los arqueólogos han encontrado restos de civilizaciones antiguas en Siria.

Etymology

The name Syria comes from the Greek 'Σῦρος', which refers to the region.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Syria in crisis
To refer to the problematic and conflict-ridden situation in Syria.
Siria en crisis
Syrian refugees
People who have fled Syria due to the war.
Refugiados sirios

Related Words

Damascus
Capital of Syria.
Damasco
Aleppo
One of the oldest and most significant cities in Syria.
Alepo
Golan
Golan Heights, a disputed region between Syria and Israel.
Golan

Slang Meanings

It is used to refer to a person who is extremely shy.
He is so Syria when it comes to speaking in public.
Él es tan Siria cuando se trata de hablar en público.