Rhodesia Meaning in English

word

US

ɹoʊˈdiʒə

roh-DEE-zhuh

UK

rəʊˈdiːʒə

roh-DEE-zhuh

Definition

Rhodesia was a historical region in southern Africa. The name was used for two territories governed by the British in the early 20th century, and later for an unrecognized state (now Zimbabwe).

Usage & Nuances

'Rhodesia' is now only used in historical or academic contexts. If discussing the present-day country, use 'Zimbabwe.' The term can have colonial connotations and should be used carefully in sensitive discussions.

• Spanish: Rodasía (nombre histórico)
• Portuguese (BR): Rodésia (antigo país na África)
• Portuguese (PT): Rodésia (nome histórico de país africano)
• Chinese (Simplified): 罗得西亚（非洲历史国家）
• Chinese (Traditional): 羅德西亞（非洲歷史國家）
• Hindi: रोडेशिया (ऐतिहासिक नाम)
• Arabic: روديسيا (اسم تاريخي)
• Bengali: রোডেশিয়া
• Russian: Родезия
• Japanese: ローデシア
• Vietnamese: Rhodesia
• Korean: 로디지아
• Turkish: Rodezya
• Urdu: رہوڈیشیا
• Indonesian: Rhodesia

Example Sentences

Rhodesia was located in southern Africa.

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Many people moved to Rhodesia in the 1900s.

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Today, Rhodesia is called Zimbabwe.

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My grandfather used to tell stories about his life in Rhodesia.

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The name 'Rhodesia' isn't used officially anymore.

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History books still mention Rhodesia when talking about colonial Africa.

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