Kosovar

usgb/koʊˈsɑːvɑr/
noun

A person from Kosovo, a region in Southeast Europe.

She is a kosovar who moved to the United States for better opportunities.
Visual representation of "kosovar" - A person from Kosovo, a region in Southeast Europe.

Often appears as...

  • kosovar identity
  • kosovar culture

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Neutral

Albanian kosovar, ethnic kosovar, kosovar community

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Cultural Identity

The word kosovar reflects a cultural and national identity tied to Kosovo.

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Many Kosovars emphasize their Albanian heritage.
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Geopolitical Context

Understanding the term kosovar requires awareness of the political history of Kosovo.

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The conflict in the late 1990s shaped many perceptions of what it means to be kosovar.
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Respectful Use

Use 'kosovar' with care to acknowledge ongoing tensions and sensitivities regarding national identity.

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In discussions about Kosovo, generalizations should be avoided.
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