Slovenia

[ sloh-vee-nee-uh, -veen-yuh ]

noun

1. a republic in southeastern Europe: formerly part of Yugoslavia. 7,819 sq. mi. (20,250 sq. km). : Ljubljana.

Slovenia

/ sləʊˈviːnɪə /

noun

1. a republic in S central Europe: settled by the Slovenes in the 6th century; joined Yugoslavia in 1918 and became an autonomous republic in 1946; became fully independent in 1992 and joined the EU in 2004; rises over 2800 m (9000 ft) in the Julian Alps. Official language: Slovene. Religion: Roman Catholic majority. Currency: euro (replacing the tolar in 2007). Capital: Ljubljana. Pop: 1 992 690 (2013 est). Area: 20 251 sq km (7819 sq miles)

Slovenia

1. Republic in southeastern Europe at the top western corner of the Balkan Peninsula , bordered by Austria to the north, Hungary to the northeast, Croatia to the east and south, and the Adriatic Sea and Italy to the west. Its capital and largest city is Ljubljana.

Notes

Often considered the most “European” of the former republics of Yugoslavia , Slovenia declared its independence in 1991. In the wake of this proclamation, Yugoslav troops attacked Slovenia, but without success.

Example Sentences

The investment of time, however, allows for the slow development of a rich flavor and aroma and yields a high quality vinegar, according to a 2008 study from researchers at University of Ljubljana in Slovenia.

From Popular-Science

In sport climbing, Slovenia’s Janja Garnbret and Spain’s Alberto Ginés López won the first golds.

From Time

The Slovenian exploded for 48 points, with 31 coming in the first half of Slovenia’s match against Argentina on July 26.

From Ozy

I abandoned that philosophy about two-thirds of the way up a mountain in Slovenia, where I was competing in the 2010 World Mountain Running Championships.

From Outside Online

Slovenia is five miles east from the city center, and Slavs make day trips to shop.

From Washington Post

It's the day after Christmas in Slovenia, and it's unusually mild for this time of year.

From The Daily Beast

This decision, however, would conveniently restrict Slovenia's direct access to international waters.

From The Daily Beast

Their bond yields will rise at even moderate debt levels, as Slovenia, Cyprus and Spain have discovered.

From The Daily Beast

Tito in Tovariši became a bestseller in Slovenia, but is available only in Slovene at the moment.

From The Daily Beast

The Americans snatched draws against England and Slovenia to stay alive.

From The Daily Beast

As to Dalmatia, Croatia and Slovenia, their melodies are chiefly marked by simplicity and a feeling for the domestic side of life.

From Project Gutenberg

Croatia and Slovenia have both educated and wealthy classes.

From Project Gutenberg