prussian

CEFRB2

/ˈpɹʌ.ʃən/

adjective · noun/adj

Türkçe translations

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Relating to the former German state of Prussia or its people.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    A native or inhabitant of the geographical region of Prussia.

Examples

  • The service nobility was a pillar of the Prussian state.

  • Prussian is a Baltic language.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
2

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meaning

  1. The Prussian language; see Old Prussian and New Prussian.

noun/adj

Extra meaning

  1. A person from the former state of Prussia; relating to Prussia.

More examples

In context

  • The Junkers were the stereotypical Prussians.

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Question 1 · Quick check

The blank army was known for its highly strict discipline and blue uniforms.

Practise this properly in the app, where the word comes back before you forget it.

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Origin

adjective

From Prussia + -an.