Makedoniassa

Makedoniassa is a toponym that appears in some Greek- and Latin-script sources to denote a geographic area associated with Macedonia. It is not an official name of a contemporary administrative entity, and in modern usage it is relatively uncommon outside historical or literary contexts. In standard modern Greek, the region is referred to as Makedonía, with the phrase “στη Μακεδονία” meaning “in Macedonia.” When Makedoniassa does appear, it is typically as a transliteration or archaic rendering rather than as a current place name.

Etymology and form: The root is derived from the Greek name for the region, Makedonía (Macedonia). The suffix or construct that yields Makedoniassa does not form a regular modern Greek toponym, and its appearance is often tied to historical, manuscript, or scholarly conventions in Latin or Greek sources.

Usage and scope: Because the Macedonian region has varied historical and political meanings across time, the phrase does not point to a single, clearly defined location. Depending on the source, it may be used to refer to the broader geographic region of Macedonia, parts of northern Greece, or territories associated with the ancient kingdom of Macedon. Accurate interpretation requires context such as the document’s date, origin, and jurisdiction.

See also: Macedonia; Makedonía; Macedonian region; Northern Greece.