Entity: LAOS
Laos is a small landlocked country in Southeast Asia with a mountainous terrain. It achieved independence from France in 1949 and is known for its official language, Lao, which is a tonal language similar to Thai.
LAOS
Etymology
The origin of the name 'Laos' is unclear, but it is believed to have derived from the word 'Lao,' which refers to the dominant ethnic group in the country.
Definition
Laos is a country in Southeast Asia, formerly part of French Indochina, known for its mountainous landscape and official language, Lao.
Historical Context
Laos achieved independence from France in 1949 and has since been a landlocked communist state in Southeast Asia.
Cultural Significance
Lao, the native language of the lowland Lao, is the official language of Laos. It is a tonal language with six tones, similar to Thai.
Related Concepts
- Lao: A member of a Buddhist people living in Laos and adjacent parts of northeastern Thailand.
See Also
A country in Southeast Asia, formerly part of French Indochina, known for its mountainous landscape and official language, Lao.