Bosnians
People from Bosnia and Herzegovina, a country in Southeastern Europe.
| Term | Origin | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Bosants | A non-derogatory name Bosnians use for themselves ("bosanats") that became derogatory in Slovenia. The word "bos" also means barefoot, and many Bosnians are Muslim and walk barefoot around the house, mosque, etc. | |
| Boskur | A mix of "Bosnian" and "chefur," used derogatorily in Slovenia, typically for hard-laboring, uneducated workers from Bosnia and Herzegovina. | |
| Shovel | Many bosnians have large heads with flat facial features. | |
| Yak | "Bosniak" shortened to "yak," also associated with their smell. |