Sierra Leone
West Africa, Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone
People from Sierra Leone are called:
Male/General:
Sierra Leonean
Pronunciation:
/siˌɛrə liˈoʊniən/
Etymology & Origin
From Portuguese 'Serra Leoa' meaning 'Lion Mountains', referring to the mountainous peninsula around Freetown.
About Sierra Leone
- Capital city: Freetown.
- Known for diamond mining, beautiful beaches, and rich cultural heritage.
- Founded as a colony for freed slaves, with strong historical ties to liberation movements.
- English is official language with Krio widely spoken as lingua franca.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 8,791,092 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Sierra Leone
- Region:
- West Africa