mongolian - Meaning, Usage, and Translations Across 30 Languages

The Word “Mongolian”: Meaning, Usage, and Translations Across 30 Languages

The word “Mongolian” refers primarily to the people, culture, language, and everything associated with Mongolia, a country located in East Asia and Central Asia. The term can also refer to the Mongolic language family, which includes Mongolian and its dialects. In addition to its geographical context, “Mongolian” has cultural, historical, and linguistic importance.

Meaning of “Mongolian”:

Pertaining to Mongolia: The term “Mongolian” often refers to things or people originating from or related to Mongolia.
- Example: “The Mongolian Empire was one of the largest empires in history.”
Mongolian People: The people of Mongolia, known for their rich cultural heritage, are referred to as Mongolian. They have a long history that dates back to ancient times, with the most famous Mongolian leader being Genghis Khan.
- Example: “Mongolian people have a strong sense of community and tradition.”
Mongolian Language: Mongolian is the official language of Mongolia, spoken by millions of people in the country and beyond. It belongs to the Mongolic language family, with a unique script that has evolved over time.
- Example: “Mongolian is written using the traditional vertical script.”
Mongolian Culture: Mongolian culture is deeply rooted in nomadic traditions, with a strong emphasis on horsemanship, oral storytelling, and Buddhist practices. Mongolian cuisine includes dishes like buuz (dumplings) and airag (fermented mare’s milk).
- Example: “Mongolian culture is deeply tied to its pastoral nomadic lifestyle.”
Mongolian in Modern Context: The word “Mongolian” is often used in global contexts to refer to anything that pertains to Mongolia’s contributions to the world, such as art, cuisine, or even the famous Mongolian barbecue.
- Example: “Mongolian cuisine is becoming popular worldwide, especially for its barbecue dishes.”

Common Uses of “Mongolian” in Sentences:

Referring to People:
- “Mongolian nomads have a deep connection with the land and animals.”
- “The Mongolian people have a long history of craftsmanship and artistry.”
Referring to Language:
- “Mongolian is a language with rich historical significance.”
- “Learning Mongolian can be challenging due to its unique script.”
Referring to Culture:
- “Mongolian culture places great value on hospitality and respect for elders.”
- “The Mongolian tradition of throat singing is unique and widely admired.”
Referring to Cuisine:
- “Mongolian barbecue is popular for its variety of meats and vegetables.”
- “I love the flavors in Mongolian cuisine, especially the use of lamb.”

Translations of “Mongolian” in 30 Languages

Language	Translation	Example Sentence
Spanish	Mongol	“La cultura mongola tiene una rica tradición de música y danza.”
French	Mongol	“La langue mongole est très différente des autres langues asiatiques.”
German	Mongol	“Die Mongolen haben eine sehr einzigartige Kultur und Geschichte.”
Italian	Mongolo	“La Mongolia ha una lunga storia di conquiste e battaglie.”
Portuguese	Mongol	“O império Mongol foi um dos maiores da história.”
Dutch	Mongools	“De Mongoolse cultuur is erg verschillend van die van andere Aziatische landen.”
Russian	Монгольский (Mongol’skiy)	“Монгольская империя оставила значительное наследие в мировой истории.”
Chinese (Simplified)	蒙古 (Měnggǔ)	“蒙古的历史和文化有着悠久的传统。”
Japanese	モンゴル (Mongoru)	“モンゴルの文化は遊牧民としての生活に基づいています。”
Korean	몽골 (Monggol)	“몽골은 전통적인 유목 생활을 자랑하는 나라입니다.”
Hindi	मंगोल (Mangal)	“मंगोलिया के लोग अपनी पारंपरिक संस्कृति पर गर्व करते हैं।”
Bengali	মঙ্গোল (Mongol)	“মঙ্গোলিয়ান সংস্কৃতি খুবই প্রাচীন এবং ঐতিহ্যবাহী।”
Turkish	Moğol	“Moğol İmparatorluğu tarih boyunca büyük bir güçtü.”
Greek	Μογγολικό (Mongolikó)	“Οι Μογγόλοι είχαν μια από τις μεγαλύτερες αυτοκρατορίες στην ιστορία.”
Hebrew	מונגולי (Mongoli)	“התרבות המונגולית מתמקדת בעיקר בחיים נוודים.”
Swedish	Mongol	“Mongoliska traditioner sträcker sig tillbaka till de nomadiska tiderna.”
Norwegian	Mongol	“Mongolske tradisjoner er dypt knyttet til deres nomadiske livsstil.”
Danish	Mongol	“Mongolsk kultur er præget af en lang tradition med heste og nomadisme.”
Finnish	Mongoli	“Mongolialaiset ovat tunnettuja perinteisistä paimentolaiselämästään.”
Polish	Mongolski	“Mongolska kultura ma bogatą tradycję muzyczną i taneczną.”
Czech	Mongolský	“Mongolské tradice jsou silně ovlivněny jejich nomádským způsobem života.”
Hungarian	Mongol	“A mongol nép kultúrája gazdag történelmi örökséggel bír.”
Romanian	Mongol	“Cultura mongolă este strâns legată de tradițiile nomade.”
Thai	มองโกล (Mongkol)	“มองโกเลียมีประวัติศาสตร์และวัฒนธรรมที่ยาวนานมาก.”
Vietnamese	Mông Cổ	“Người Mông Cổ có một nền văn hóa phong phú và đa dạng.”
Indonesian	Mongol	“Mongol adalah salah satu suku bangsa dengan sejarah panjang di Asia.”
Malay	Mongol	“Mongol merupakan bangsa dengan sejarah yang kaya dan tradisi yang unik.”
Swahili	Mongoli	“Mongolia ina historia ndefu ya ustaarabu na mapigano.”
Filipino	Mongol	“Ang kultura ng Mongol ay mayaman sa kasaysayan at tradisyon.”
Arabic	منغولي (Mongolī)	“الشعب المنغولي معروف بتقاليده القوية المرتبطة بأسلوب الحياة الرعوي.”
Tamil	மங்கோலியன் (Mangoḷiyaṉ)	“மங்கோலியர் பாரம்பரியமான படிவங்களை வெகுவாக மதிக்கின்றனர்.”
Telugu	మంగోలియన్ (Mangōliyan)	“మంగోలియన్ల సంస్కృతిలో అంగీకారం మరియు ఆతిధ్యాన్ని ఎంతో గౌరవించబడుతుంది.”
Punjabi	ਮੰਗੋਲੀਅਨ (Mangōlī’an)	“ਮੰਗੋਲੀਅਨ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਸਿੱਖਿਆਵਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਪਰੰਪਰਾਵਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਹਲਚਲ ਅਤੇ ਗਹਿਰਾਈ ਹੈ।”
Mongolian	Монгол (Mongol)	“Монгол хүмүүсийн соёл нь тэдний нүүдлийн ахуйд үндэслэсэн байдаг.”

Additional Examples:

Spanish:
- “El Imperio Mongol tuvo una gran influencia en la historia de Asia.”
- “Los mongoles son conocidos por su destreza en la equitación.”
French:
- “Les Mongols ont créé un empire qui s’étendait de l’Europe à l’Asie.”
- “La culture mongole est très liée à l’élevage de chevaux.”
Russian:
- “Монголы сыграли важную роль в истории Евразии.”
- “Монгольская империя оставила огромное наследие.”
Chinese (Simplified):
- “蒙古文化与游牧生活方式紧密相连。”
- “蒙古帝国对世界历史产生了深远的影响。”

“Mongolian” is not just a word to describe a nationality or a language; it reflects a rich culture, a fascinating history, and a diverse influence across the world. Understanding its meaning and the various translations helps connect us to the broader cultural tapestry of Mongolia and its people.