keletközépeurópai

keletközépeurópai is a Hungarian adjective meaning "East Central European". It refers to the geographical region encompassing parts of Central Europe and Eastern Europe, typically including countries such as Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, and sometimes parts of Romania, Ukraine, or the Baltic states depending on the specific definition. This region shares a complex history, cultural influences, and often similar economic and political trajectories, particularly following the collapse of communism.

The concept of East Central Europe emerged more prominently in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as intellectual and political movements sought to define distinct regional identities. It is often contrasted with both Western Europe and the broader Eastern Europe, which is sometimes associated with Russia. The shared experiences of this region, including periods of foreign domination, national awakenings, and the post-World War II Soviet sphere of influence, have shaped its unique character.

Economically, many keletközépeurópai countries have undergone significant transitions since the end of the Cold War, moving towards market economies and integrating with Western European structures like the European Union. Culturally, the region exhibits a rich tapestry of languages, traditions, and historical narratives, influenced by Slavic, Germanic, and Hunnic-Balkan elements. The term is primarily used in academic, political, and cultural contexts to discuss shared characteristics and historical developments within this specific European sub-region.