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Kirgizstan

Kirgizstan

1 6.7
A country in Central Asia, also called Kyrgyzstan, known for its high mountains
  • proper noun
  • /kɪrˈɡɪzˌstæn/
: Kirguistán
  • The mountain ranges of Kirgizstan attract trekkers from around the world.

Examples

  • She traveled through Central Asia, visiting countries such as Kirgizstan and Uzbekistan.

  • After its independence in 1991, Kirgizstan implemented political and economic reforms.

  • Kirgizstan is beautiful.

  • Welcome to Kirgizstan!

  • After gaining independence in 1991, Kirgizstan began to establish its own government and economy.

  • During her journey across Central Asia, she experienced the diverse cultures of Kirgizstan and its neighbors.

  • The breathtaking landscapes of Kirgizstan include stunning mountains and pristine lakes.

Synonyms

Kyrgyzstan
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9 6.9

A landlocked country in Central Asia next to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and China, independent since 1991

is the alternative name for that country
Kirghizstan
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2 8.0

A landlocked country in Central Asia now officially called Kyrgyzstan

is the preferred modern form used today
Kirghizia
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1 9.7

A former name for Kyrgyzstan used until 1991

is the present common name after independence
Kirgizia
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  • Literature
1 9.6

A former name for Kyrgyzstan used during the Soviet era

is the current name used for the independent country
Kirgiz
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1 8.8

An alternative spelling of Kyrgyzstan, the landlocked country in Central Asia

is the more common modern spelling instead of the older form
Kyrgyz Republic
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  • Formal
1 7.5

The official name of Kyrgyzstan, a landlocked country in Central Asia

is the common alternative name rather than the formal title

Surface Forms

Kirgizstan main

Etymology

Kirgizstan is made of two parts: Kirgiz (the name of the people) and -stan which means 'land'. A helpful way to remember Kirgiz is that it comes from a Turkic word for 'forty' — one popular story says it refers to 'forty' tribes who joined, so Kirgizstan means the 'land of the Kyrgyz people'.