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10 Language-to-English DictionariesAustralian
/ɔːˈstreɪ.li.ən/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Relating to Australia, its people, or its culture.
"The Australian landscape is known for its unique wildlife."
- 1
A person from Australia.
"An Australian is often recognized by their friendly demeanor."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Australian' originates from the Latin word 'australis', meaning 'southern'. It was first used in English in the early 19th century to refer to the continent of Australia and its inhabitants, reflecting the geographical location in the southern hemisphere.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Australian" is said worldwide
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australien
Transliteration: o-stra-li-en
"Le paysage australien est unique."
australisch
Transliteration: aus-trah-lish
"Die australische Kultur ist vielfältig."
australiano
Transliteration: au-stra-li-a-no
"La fauna australiana è molto interessante."
australiano
Transliteration: aus-tra-li-a-no
"La cultura australiana es rica y diversa."
australiano
Transliteration: aus-tra-li-a-no
"A comida australiana é deliciosa."
ऑस्ट्रेलियाई
Transliteration: australiayi
"ऑस्ट्रेलियाई संस्कृति अद्वितीय है।"
澳大利亚的
Transliteration: Àodàlìyǎ de
"澳大利亚的风景非常美丽。"
호주 사람
Transliteration: hoju saram
"호주 사람들은 친절합니다."
オーストラリアの
Transliteration: Ōsutoraria no
"オーストラリアの文化は多様です。"
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