Euskera

or Eus·ka·ra

[ yoo-sker-uh, e-oo- ]

noun

1. the Basque language.

Example Sentences

Blanco-Elorrieta, que habla euskera, inglés, alemán y español, afirma que también es fundamental que las futuras investigaciones analicen los beneficios más extensos del bilingüismo.

From New York Times

In a restored farmhouse with views of the surrounding botanical park of the same name, Jauregibarria, you’ll find a menu where classic Basque ingredients are juxtaposed with innovative techniques and creative flavors — like roasted baby squid, or begihaundi, which translates as “big eyes” in Euskera, the local language, with a crispy form of ink; or acorn-fed Iberian pork cheeks stewed in Rioja red wine.

From New York Times

“Zuberoa is one of the most famed restaurants in all of Euskadi,” said Mr. Garrido, using the Euskera word for Basque Country.

From New York Times

Originally written in Euskera – the Basque language – and a huge success in Spanish, Obabakoak is a series of stories narrated by the inhabitants of Obaba, a Basque village.

From The Guardian

Nationalist sentiment swelled during the long dictatorship of Gen. Francisco Franco, who banned regional languages, including Euskera in Basque Country.

From Los Angeles Times