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Laconian

[ ləˈkoʊniən ]

Noun

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ancient Greece

A person from Laconia, a region in ancient Greece, known for its militaristic society and the city of Sparta.

Synonyms

Spartan.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
Laconian	While 'Laconian' could sometimes refer to someone from the Laconia region in Greece, it's less commonly used in everyday language compared to 'laconic.' This term is often found in historical or geographical contexts. The artifacts were discovered in a Laconian site He is studying the ancient Laconian culture
Spartan	Use this word to describe situations, conditions, or lifestyles that are extremely simple, frugal, and austere, often associated with self-discipline and minimalism. It can also refer to someone from Sparta. The room was furnished in a spartan manner, with just a bed and a chair His spartan lifestyle is impressive; he lives with only the essentials

Word

Description / Examples

Laconian

While 'Laconian' could sometimes refer to someone from the Laconia region in Greece, it's less commonly used in everyday language compared to 'laconic.' This term is often found in historical or geographical contexts.

The artifacts were discovered in a Laconian site
He is studying the ancient Laconian culture

Spartan

Use this word to describe situations, conditions, or lifestyles that are extremely simple, frugal, and austere, often associated with self-discipline and minimalism. It can also refer to someone from Sparta.

The room was furnished in a spartan manner, with just a bed and a chair
His spartan lifestyle is impressive; he lives with only the essentials

Examples of usage

Laconians were highly respected warriors in ancient Greece.
The Laconian people were known for their strong military training.

Translations

Translations of the word "Laconian" in other languages:

🇵🇹 Laconiano

🇮🇳 लाकोनियन

🇩🇪 Lakoner

🇮🇩 Lakonia

🇺🇦 Лаконієць

🇵🇱 Lakoński

🇯🇵 ラコニア人

🇫🇷 Laconien

🇪🇸 Laconio

🇹🇷 Lakonyalı

🇰🇷 라코니아인

🇸🇦 لاكاني

🇨🇿 Lakóňan

🇸🇰 Lakónčan

🇨🇳 拉科尼亚人 (Lākēníyà rén)

🇸🇮 Lakonec

🇮🇸 Lakoni

🇰🇿 Лакондық

🇬🇪 ლაკონელი (Lakoneli)

🇦🇿 Lakoniya

🇲🇽 Laconio

Etymology

The term 'Laconian' originates from the region of Laconia in ancient Greece, which was home to the city-state of Sparta. The Spartans were famous for their military prowess and disciplined way of life. Laconia was known for producing skilled warriors who were highly respected throughout ancient Greece. The term 'Laconian' is still used today to refer to someone from this region or to describe something with qualities reminiscent of the Spartan way of life.