circassian

nom propre

A noun referring to a member of a Sunni Muslim people or community originally from northwestern Caucasia, or to their northern Caucasian language.

• 🇫🇷Nom désignant une personne du peuple musulman sunnite originaire du nord-ouest du Caucase, ou la langue parlée par ce peuple.

1. Ethnic group member B2 formal

   A person belonging to the Sunni Muslim ethnic group native to the northwestern Caucasus region.

   • The Circassian shared stories of his family's history in the Caucasus.
   • Many Circassians live in diaspora communities around the world.
   • She is a proud Circassian who preserves her ancestral traditions.

   🇫🇷Circassien (membre du groupe ethnique)

2. Community B2 formal

   The Sunni Muslim community originating from northwestern Caucasia, known for its distinct culture and history.

   • The Circassian community celebrates its heritage through music and dance.
   • Circassian cuisine is a beloved part of their cultural identity.
   • The Circassian diaspora maintains strong ties to their homeland.

   🇫🇷Circassiens (communauté)

3. Language B2 formal

   A northern Caucasian language spoken by the Circassian people, belonging to the Northwest Caucasian language family.

   • He is learning to speak Circassian to connect with his roots.
   • Circassian has a complex phonetic system with many consonants.
   • The linguist studied the grammar of Circassian for her research.

   🇫🇷circassien (langue)

• circassians plural form
• circassians' possessive plural form
• circassian's possessive singular form