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bohemia

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /bəʊˈhiːmiə/

KK: /boʊˈhiːmiə/

noun
Definition

A group of people, often artists or writers, who live in a way that is different from the usual social norms, often valuing creativity and free expression.


Example

The café was a popular meeting place for the bohemia of the city, where artists and writers gathered to share ideas.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever visited the bohemia district downtown?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's such a vibrant place filled with artists and musicians.
Sloth A
I love how it feels so different from the rest of the city.
Sloth B
Exactly! It's like stepping into a whole new world of creativity.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
artist
maverick
nonconformist
Antonyms
conformist
traditionalist
mainstream
Root Explanation

Bohemia originates from the Latin 'Boiohaemum', which refers to the land of the Boii, a Celtic tribe that inhabited the region. The name 'Bohemia' thus means the land of the Boii.

Memory Tip

Think of the Celtic tribe 'Boii' who lived in this region, helping you remember that 'Bohemia' refers to their land.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.

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