Vascongadas (en. Basque country)

/baskonˈɡaðas/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Term that refers to the set of provinces of the Basque Country.
The Vascongadas are known for their rich culture and cuisine.
Las Vascongadas son conocidas por su rica cultura y gastronomía.
Name sometimes used to refer to the Basque Country in a broader context.
Rural sports are very popular in the Vascongadas.
Los deportes rurales son muy populares en las Vascongadas.
Designation associated with the history and geography of the Basque region.
The history of the Vascongadas dates back to ancient times.
La historia de las Vascongadas se remonta a tiempos antiguos.

Etymology

From the ancient name denoting the area inhabited by the Basques.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have roots in the Vascongadas
To indicate that someone comes from that region.
tener raíces en las Vascongadas
cuisine of the Vascongadas
To refer to the typical cuisine of the Basque Country.
gastronomía de las Vascongadas

Related Words

Euskera
Language of the Basque people.
Euskera
Bilbao
Capital of the province of Bizkaia in the Vascongadas.
Bilbao
San Sebastián
Main city of the province of Guipúzcoa.
San Sebastián

Slang Meanings

Colloquial term to refer to the inhabitants of the region.
Those from the Vascongadas are very proud of their culture.
Los de las Vascongadas son muy orgullosos de su cultura.
A way to identify enthusiasts of Basque rural sports.
In competitions, you see many from the Vascongadas.
En las competiciones se ven muchos de las Vascongadas.