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Anatolia

[ ˌanəˈtōlēə ]

Noun

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historical region

Anatolia is a historical region in Western Asia, situated between the Black Sea to the north and the Mediterranean Sea to the south. It is known for its rich cultural heritage and significant historical importance.

Synonyms

Asia Minor.

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Word	Description / Examples
Anatolia	Commonly used in historical, geographical, or cultural contexts to refer to the large peninsula in Turkey that is bordered by the Black Sea to the north, the Mediterranean Sea to the south, and the Aegean Sea to the west. Anatolia has been a melting pot of various civilizations for thousands of years. Ancient ruins can be found all across Anatolia.
Asia Minor	Often used in historical or archaeological discussions, particularly when referring to the ancient past. It emphasizes the region's importance as a bridge between Asia and Europe. Asia Minor played a crucial role in the spread of Christianity in the early centuries. The cities of Asia Minor were bustling centers of trade and culture.

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Description / Examples

Anatolia

Commonly used in historical, geographical, or cultural contexts to refer to the large peninsula in Turkey that is bordered by the Black Sea to the north, the Mediterranean Sea to the south, and the Aegean Sea to the west.

Anatolia has been a melting pot of various civilizations for thousands of years.
Ancient ruins can be found all across Anatolia.

Asia Minor

Often used in historical or archaeological discussions, particularly when referring to the ancient past. It emphasizes the region's importance as a bridge between Asia and Europe.

Asia Minor played a crucial role in the spread of Christianity in the early centuries.
The cities of Asia Minor were bustling centers of trade and culture.

Examples of usage

Anatolia was once home to the Hittite Empire.
The ancient city of Troy is located in Anatolia.

Translations

Translations of the word "Anatolia" in other languages:

🇵🇹 Anatólia

🇮🇳 अनातोलिया

🇩🇪 Anatolien

🇮🇩 Anatolia

🇺🇦 Анатолія

🇵🇱 Anatolia

🇯🇵 アナトリア

🇫🇷 Anatolie

🇪🇸 Anatolia

🇹🇷 Anadolu

🇰🇷 아나톨리아

🇸🇦 الأناضول

🇨🇿 Anatolie

🇸🇰 Anatólia

🇨🇳 安纳托利亚

🇸🇮 Anatolija

🇮🇸 Anatólía

🇰🇿 Анатолия

🇬🇪 ანატოლია

🇦🇿 Anatoliya

🇲🇽 Anatolia

Etymology

The name Anatolia comes from the Greek word Ἀνατολή, which means 'east' or 'sunrise'. It has been used to refer to the region since ancient times, with various civilizations and empires leaving their mark on its history. Anatolia has been a crossroads of cultures and a melting pot of civilizations for thousands of years.