Laconia
/ləˈkoʊniə/noun
A region in southeastern Greece, historically the territory of Sparta.
Did you know?The English word laconic comes from Laconia/Lakonia, because the Spartans of this region were famed for their terse, razor-sharp speech.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
Λακωνία (Lakōnía)
“The region of Laconia, home of Sparta.”
Ancient Greek
Greek
Λάκων (Lákōn)
“A Spartan or inhabitant of Laconia.”
Classical Greek
Greek
λακωνίζειν (lakōnizein)
“To speak briefly or in a Spartan manner.”
Late Latin
Latin
Laconicus / Laconia
“Pertaining to the Spartans or their region.”
Middle French
French
laconique
“Brief, terse, Spartan in style.”
Modern English
English
laconic
“Using very few words; terse.”