{"id":34258,"date":"2025-08-07T07:05:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T05:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/?p=34258"},"modified":"2025-08-07T09:40:01","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T07:40:01","slug":"how-to-pronounce-ljubljana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/en\/slovenia\/ljubljana-central-slovenia\/how-to-pronounce-ljubljana\/","title":{"rendered":"How to pronounce Ljubljana?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Now that you&#8217;ve mastered&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/slovenia\/how-to-pronounce-slovenia\/\">how to pronounce Slovenia<\/a>, it&#8217;s only fair its capital city also rolls off your tongue as smoothly as butter on hot morning toast. <\/strong><\/h2><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to properly pronounce Ljubljana? <\/strong><\/h2><p>Depending what your language background is, the lovely&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.inyourpocket.com\/ljubljana\">Ljubljana<\/a>&nbsp;might be a nightmare for you to pronounce, or a piece of cake. Most agree that&nbsp; English phonetics of it all results in this :<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>&#8220;Lyoo-blyah-nuh&#8221;<\/strong><\/h2><p>Similar to the beloved<a href=\"https:\/\/www.inyourpocket.com\/ljubljana\/loo-blah-nah-craft-brewery_163137v\">&nbsp;craft brewery Loo-blah-nah<\/a>, though taking out the &#8220;y&#8221; from Lyoo- and the -blyah- makes it intro the slang version, spelt &#8220;Lublana&#8221;.&nbsp; <\/p><div class=\"vlp-link-container vlp-layout-basic wp-block-visual-link-preview-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/en\/slovenia\/ljubljana-central-slovenia\/top-things-to-do-in-ljubljana\/\" class=\"vlp-link\" title=\"TOP Things to do in Ljubljana\"><\/a><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-side\"><div class=\"vlp-block-2 vlp-link-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 150px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 150\/100;max-width: 150px;\" width=\"150\" height=\"100\" data-src=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana.jpg\" class=\"attachment-150x999 size-150x999 lazyload\" alt=\"ljubljana\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana-600x398.jpg 600w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana-391x260.jpg 391w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana-696x462.jpg 696w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana-633x420.jpg 633w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width: 150px;\" width=\"150\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana.jpg\" class=\"attachment-150x999 size-150x999\" alt=\"ljubljana\" srcset=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana-600x398.jpg 600w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana-391x260.jpg 391w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana-696x462.jpg 696w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ljubljana-633x420.jpg 633w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-main\"><div class=\"vlp-block-0 vlp-link-title\">TOP Things to do in Ljubljana<\/div><div class=\"vlp-block-1 vlp-link-summary\">The Best Ljubljana &#8211; what to do, where to go, what to see? The quaint capital of Slovenia The tongue twisting capital of Slovenia is the figurative and (almost) literal centre of the country, with nearly three times more inhabitants than any other Slovene city and an even arger share of its commercial, administrative, cultural and educational activity. In 2014, Ljubljana notably celebrated the 2000th anniversary of the founding of the Roman settlement of Emona, whose ruins lie underneath the present day city. However, according to the local legend the origins of Ljubljana go back even further, namely, to the [&hellip;]<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vlp-link-container vlp-layout-basic wp-block-visual-link-preview-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/en\/gastronomy\/restaurants\/top-slovenian-restaurant-in-ljubljana\/\" class=\"vlp-link\" title=\"The TOP 10 Slovenian Restaurants in Ljubljana\"><\/a><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-side\"><div class=\"vlp-block-2 vlp-link-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 150px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 150\/99;max-width: 150px;\" width=\"150\" height=\"99\" data-src=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-150x999 size-150x999 lazyload\" alt=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8.jpeg 810w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8-300x198.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8-768x507.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8-636x420.jpeg 636w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8-150x99.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8-696x460.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8-741x486.jpeg 741w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8-600x396.jpeg 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width: 150px;\" width=\"150\" height=\"99\" src=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-150x999 size-150x999\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8.jpeg 810w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8-300x198.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8-768x507.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8-636x420.jpeg 636w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8-150x99.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8-696x460.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8-741x486.jpeg 741w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/87309964fe39a264b3cba57ac50292c8-600x396.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-main\"><div class=\"vlp-block-0 vlp-link-title\">The TOP 10 Slovenian Restaurants in Ljubljana<\/div><div class=\"vlp-block-1 vlp-link-summary\">Looking for the best restaurants in Ljubljana to experience authentic Slovenian food and traditional cuisine? In 2025, Ljubljana\u2019s dining scene has never been stronger, boasting a curated selection of top restaurants in Ljubljana that blend time-honored recipes with contemporary flair. Whether you crave hearty traditional Slovenian food\u2014think farmhouse cheeses, slow-cooked stews, and home-baked pastries\u2014or innovative dishes crafted from locally foraged ingredients, this guide to Ljubljana restaurants will lead you straight to the most celebrated tables in the city. Get ready to explore the ultimate destinations for Slovenian gastronomy, where each bite tells a story of regional heritage, seasonal produce, and [&hellip;]<\/div><\/div><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to pronounce&nbsp;\u201cLjubljana\u201d 2?<\/strong><\/h2><p>So, how do I say Ljubljana, you wonder?<\/p><p>The \u2013lj\u2013 connection inside the word is pronounced similarly to the English word \u201cmillion\u201d or saying \u201ccall you\u201d with no pause, as &nbsp;\u201cJ\u201ds in Slovenian are pronounced as \u201cY\u201ds in English.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Although Slovenians when speaking colloquial,&nbsp;<strong>often do not pronounce \u201cJ\u201ds inside the word<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013&nbsp;<em>Lublana<\/em>. Just use the one you find it easier. Locals will not resent you.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Pronounce Ljubljana (Slovenian Capital City)\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2kVDV44T-3c?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure><div class=\"vlp-link-container vlp-layout-basic wp-block-visual-link-preview-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/en\/slovenia\/top-tours-and-experiences-in-ljubljana\/\" class=\"vlp-link\" title=\"The TOP best tours &amp; experiences in Ljubljana\"><\/a><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-side\"><div class=\"vlp-block-2 vlp-link-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 150px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 150\/100;max-width: 150px;\" width=\"150\" height=\"100\" data-src=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image.jpg\" class=\"attachment-150x999 size-150x999 lazyload\" alt=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image-600x400.jpg 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width: 150px;\" width=\"150\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image.jpg\" class=\"attachment-150x999 size-150x999\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ljubljana-Feature-Image-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-main\"><div class=\"vlp-block-0 vlp-link-title\">The TOP best tours &amp; experiences in Ljubljana<\/div><div class=\"vlp-block-1 vlp-link-summary\">Looking for the best tours and experiences in Ljubljana? Our carefully curated selection of top Ljubljana tours, from immersive walking tours of the Old Town and thrilling Ljubljana River cruises to authentic Slovenian food experiences and panoramic hilltop adventures, ensures you make the most of your visit. Discover hassle-free guided excursions, insider secrets on must-see landmarks, and unforgettable cultural activities\u2014all with clear pricing and direct booking links to help you plan your perfect Ljubljana itinerary. Ljubljana castle tour Description: Explore Ljubljana Castle, a prominent landmark that offers panoramic views of the city. This tour includes a visit to the castle\u2019s [&hellip;]<\/div><\/div><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How not to pronounce and write Ljubljana? <\/strong><\/h2><p>Regardless of its widespread efficiency, don&#8217;t rely too much on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=google+translate&amp;rlz=1C1CHBD_enUS790US790&amp;oq=google+translate&amp;aqs=chrome..69i57j0l6j69i64.2378j0j7&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8\">Google Translate<\/a>, as it will give you a pronunciation that only a misspelled &#8220;Lubiana&#8221; can be linked to.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=kgrt1wRI8mY\">This way of saying<\/a>&nbsp;it is also far from correct, but it does have its own charm. <\/p><p><strong>Most commonly misspelt and mispronounced ways: <\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li> lubliana&nbsp;&#8211; ignoring the js will make you sound lazy. If you&#8217;re going for that go all the way and read bellow for the slang way to say it, &#8220;lublana&#8221;!<\/li>\n\n<li>ljubljiana&nbsp;&#8211; just way too much going on here\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b<\/li>\n\n<li>lublijana &#8211; you&#8217;ve blended 1. and 2.&nbsp;\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b<\/li>\n\n<li>ljublijana&nbsp;&#8211; no, just no.&nbsp;\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b<\/li>\n\n<li>ljubliana&nbsp;&#8211; not even close<\/li>\n\n<li>llubjana&nbsp;&#8211; double ls don&#8217;t work here<\/li>\n\n<li>llubljana &#8211; they also don&#8217;t work here<\/li>\n\n<li>ljublana&nbsp;&#8211; almost&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n<li>ljubjana&nbsp;&#8211; you almost had it, and back to this again\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b<\/li>\n\n<li>ljubana&nbsp;&#8211; you&#8217;ll make the locals laugh with this one for sure&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n<li>ljubijana &#8211;&nbsp; this one, too!<\/li>\n\n<li>lubjiana&nbsp;&#8211; this should be someone&#8217;s name, it&#8217;s too good to pass out on&nbsp;\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b<\/li>\n\n<li>ljub &#8211; don&#8217;t you have to finish something here?<\/li>\n\n<li>ljubjlana &#8211; still not quite there, but love the effort&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n<li>lubjana &#8211; yeah, not really&nbsp; <\/li><\/ul><div class=\"vlp-link-container vlp-layout-basic wp-block-visual-link-preview-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/en\/gastronomy\/a-top-event-for-all-wine-and-culinary-enthusiasts-is-coming-ljubljana-wine-route\/\" class=\"vlp-link\" title=\"A top event for all wine and culinary enthusiasts is coming: Ljubljana Wine Route\"><\/a><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-side\"><div class=\"vlp-block-2 vlp-link-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 150px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 150\/100;max-width: 150px;\" width=\"150\" height=\"100\" data-src=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4.jpg\" class=\"attachment-150x999 size-150x999 lazyload\" alt=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-600x400.jpg 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width: 150px;\" width=\"150\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4.jpg\" class=\"attachment-150x999 size-150x999\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lj_vinska_pot_4-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-main\"><div class=\"vlp-block-0 vlp-link-title\">A top event for all wine and culinary enthusiasts is coming: Ljubljana Wine Route<\/div><div class=\"vlp-block-1 vlp-link-summary\">The center of Ljubljana is already preparing for the most delicious transformation of the summer, as a top event for wine and culinary enthusiasts will take place in a month. The traditional Ljubljana Wine Route, Summer Wine Indulgence, now in its 12th year, promises an exceptional treat for the taste buds and an unforgettable experience for all who love top-quality wines and delicious cuisine. Summer Ljubljana Wine Route on 15th of June In the heart of Ljubljana, on June 15, the streets and squares will come alive with a vibrant atmosphere, featuring over 80 winemakers from all Slovenian wine regions, [&hellip;]<\/div><\/div><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What&#8217;s the origin of the word Ljubljana?<\/strong><\/h2><p>Now that you&#8217;ve learnt how to pronounce it properly, you might be wondering what is means and where it comes from. The Romans formed a city here and called it&nbsp;Iulia Emona, meaning a flooding river. From the 12th century onwards, the German version for it, Laibach, was often mentioned, as well as the Slavic-Roman word Luwigiana. Romantic souls that most people are, it was just a matter of time before the story behind the capital city&#8217;s name took a more popular twist: that Ljubljana actually comes from the word &#8220;Ljubljena&#8221;, which means &#8220;beloved&#8221;.&nbsp;<\/p><p>To find out more about Ljubljana and listen to our traveller Will who knows how to speak Slovene really well, check out this&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=VzRoZWrpj24\">video about Ljubljana<\/a>.&nbsp; <\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inyourpocket.com\/ljubljana\/how-to-pronounce-ljubljana_77702f\">Read the full article here. <\/a><\/strong><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/slovenia\/how-to-pronounce-slovenia\/\">Learn how to pronounce Slovenia here. <\/a><\/strong><\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-59.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"730\" 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How to properly pronounce Ljubljana? Depending what your language background is, the lovely&nbsp;Ljubljana&nbsp;might be a nightmare for you to pronounce, or a piece of cake. 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