Sorbian

1 of 2

adjective

Sorb·​ian ˈsȯrbēən How to pronounce Sorbian (audio)
: wendish

Sorbian

2 of 2

noun

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plural -s
1
: wend
2
: wendish

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Sorb + -ian

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“Sorbian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Sorbian. Accessed 16 Dec. 2025.

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