naslovna

Naslovna is a term used in Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian to denote the main page of a newspaper, magazine, or website. It is often used as a noun and can function as a shorthand for naslovna stranica (homepage) or naslovnica (front cover).

In practice, there is a distinction between naslovnica and naslovna. Naslovnica generally refers to the physical cover page of a publication, such as a book or a magazine, and highlights the main title and imagery. Naslovna or naslovna stranica is more commonly used for the front page of a newspaper or the homepage of a website, where the leading headlines and navigation links are presented.

The term derives from naslov, meaning title or headline, with a feminine suffix forming an adjective-noun combination. While the core meaning is understood across South Slavic languages, regional preferences influence usage. In online media, naslovna is widely understood as the site’s main landing page, often featuring top stories, links to sections, and media elements.

Usage examples vary by context. In print, reporters might refer to the front page as the naslovnica, while in online or journalistic contexts the term naslovna stranica or simply naslovna is common for the homepage. Overall, naslovna serves as a flexible term for the primary or leading page of a publication or site, with nuances shaped by local convention. See also: naslovnica, naslovna stranica.