How Do You Spell SCLAVONIC?

Pronunciation: [sklavˈɒnɪk] (IPA)

The word "Sclavonic" is spelled with a "C" instead of a "K" due to its origins in the Latin language. The pronunciation of the word is [skləvonɪk], with the stress on the second syllable. The "C" in this word is pronounced as an unvoiced "K" sound, while the "V" is pronounced as a voiced "v" sound. The final syllable "-onic" is pronounced as [ɒnɪk], with the stress on the first syllable. This word is used to describe the Slavic languages and refers to their common roots.

SCLAVONIC Meaning and Definition

1. Sclavonic is an adjective and noun referring to various aspects related to the Slavic people or their languages, cultures, history, or territories. The term is often used to describe the branches or groupings of Slavic languages. It can also be used to denote the people, communities, or nations that speak these languages.

   In linguistic classification, Sclavonic represents one of the main branches of Indo-European languages, which includes Eastern, Western, and Southern Slavic languages. These languages are mainly spoken in Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe, as well as parts of Eurasia. Examples of Sclavonic languages include Russian, Polish, Czech, Ukrainian, Bulgarian, and Serbian.

   Additionally, Sclavonic can also refer to the historical and cultural aspects associated with the Slavic peoples. This includes their traditions, folklore, customs, literature, music, and arts. Sclavonic cultures have played a significant role in shaping Europe's history and have distinct identities within themselves, while also sharing certain characteristics due to their common roots.

   The term Sclavonic dates back to the 17th century, derived from the Latin term "Sclavus" or "Sclavonicus," which referred to the Slavic people. It is important to note that in modern usage, the term Slavic has become more prevalent, while the term Sclavonic may be less commonly used.

2. • Pert. to Sclavonia, its people, or its language.

   • See Sclave and slave.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for SCLAVONIC

• sklavonic
• slavonic
• aclavonic
• zclavonic
• xclavonic
• dclavonic
• eclavonic
• wclavonic
• svlavonic
• sflavonic
• sckavonic
• scpavonic
• scoavonic
• sclzvonic
• sclsvonic
• sclwvonic
• sclqvonic
• sclaconic
• sclabonic
• sclagonic

Etymology of SCLAVONIC

The word "Sclavonic" comes from the Latin adjective "Slavonicus", which in turn is derived from the medieval Latin noun "Slavonicus" or "Sclavonicus". These Latin terms were used to refer to the Slavic people. The Latin word itself is believed to have roots in the medieval Greek term "Σκλαβηνός" (Sklavenos) used by the Byzantine Empire to denote the Slavs. The Byzantines likely borrowed this term from the early medieval South Slavic language, where it is thought to have initially meant "slave" or "captive". Over time, the meaning shifted to describe the Slavic people as a whole. The word "Sclavonic" ultimately developed from these Latin and Byzantine Greek terms to describe the Slavic languages, cultures, or peoples.