Maltese Meaning
/mɑlˈtiz/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
noun/adjA person from Malta; relating to Malta, its language, or its culture.
adjOf or pertaining to Malta or its language.
Sentence Examples
Are you fond of Maltese dogs?
Why doesn't the list of languages include Maltese?
Maltese is the only Semitic language native to Europe.
CEFR Practice Quiz
My aunt owns a small white dog with silky hair that is a purebred ____.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ is a small and very friendly breed of dog that is known for its long and silky white coat.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English Malta Proto-Indo-European *-iskos Proto-Germanic *-iskaz Proto-West Germanic *-iskbor. Late Latin -iscus ▲ Vulgar Latin -iscus Latin -ēnsis Old French -eisbor. Middle English -eys English -ese English Maltese From Malta + -ese.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
My aunt owns a small white dog with silky hair that is a purebred ____.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ is a small and very friendly breed of dog that is known for its long and silky white coat.