Synonyms for
Syrian
Definition
relating to or from Syria, a country in the Middle East
Synonyms & similar words
Common collocations
- Syrian refugee
- Syrian civil war
- Syrian government
- Syrian desert
- Syrian pound
- Syrian army
- Syrian opposition
- Syrian culture
Word family
Usage note
Syrian is an adjective referring to people or things from Syria. It is not typically used as a noun to refer to a person from Syria, for which 'Syrian' is the correct term.
Example sentences
- The Syrian civil war has caused immense suffering to the people.
- The Syrian cuisine is famous for its delicious flavors.
- My friend is from Syria, so I call her a Syrian.
- The Syrian embassy is located in the capital city.
- The Syrian government is facing criticism for its human rights record.
Quotes
I don't think we can become the United States of Europe because we are too different. We are not like the Americans. We are not like the French. We are all different. But I do believe we can have a European Union, where we can work together and solve problems together as a common family of nations.
I hope that Syrian refugees can one day go back to their country and rebuild it.
I think the world would be a better place if we all tried to understand each other's cultures and traditions.