potniki
Potniki is a term used in Slovenian to refer to individuals who emigrate from Slovenia. It literally translates to "wanderers" or "travelers" and often carries a connotation of temporary departure for work or economic opportunity, though it can also encompass more permanent migration. The phenomenon of potniki has a long history, particularly during periods of economic hardship in Slovenia, when many sought better prospects abroad.
Historically, emigration from Slovenian lands was often driven by agricultural limitations and the desire for industrial
While the term can be neutral, it sometimes evokes a sense of nostalgia or the romanticized image