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cantonal

 

[ หˆkรฆn.tษ™n.ษ™l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

geographical division

Cantonal refers to anything related to a canton, which is a territorial division or administrative district in some countries. It is most commonly associated with Switzerland, where the country is divided into several cantons, each with its own constitution and government. The term can also apply to similar divisions in other nations or contexts. Cantonal structures often possess a degree of autonomy and are important for governance, reflecting local traditions and laws.

Synonyms

provincial, regional

Examples of usage

  • The cantonal system of government allows for local decision-making.
  • Each cantonal assembly has its own set of regulations.
  • Cantonal boundaries can influence regional identity.

Translations

Translations of the word "cantonal" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cantonal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅˆเค‚เคŸเฅ‹เคจเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช kantonal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kantonal

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฐะฝั‚ะพะฝะฐะปัŒะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kantonalny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใƒณใƒˆใƒณใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cantonal

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cantonal

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kantonal

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฃผ(ๅทž)์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุงู†ุชูˆู†ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kantonรกlnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kantonรกlny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅทž็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kantonalni

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kantonal

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะฐะฝั‚ะพะฝะดั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒœแƒขแƒแƒœแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kanton

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cantonal

Etymology

The term 'cantonal' originates from the word 'canton,' which is derived from the Latin 'cantio', meaning 'singing' or 'song', and later adapted to refer to a division or district. The modern usage began to appear during the 19th century as countries such as Switzerland formalized their administrative structures into cantons. Each canton has its own government and legal system, reflecting the diversity of languages, cultures, and customs within the country. The concept of cantonalism has influenced various countries around the world, particularly in discussions about regional governance and autonomy.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,385, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.