preußisch
Prussian
English translations
- 01
Prussian
Word details
- German meaning
- Bezieht sich auf Preußen, ein historisches Königreich in Deutschland, oft verbunden mit Disziplin und Strenge.
- English meaning
- Prussian
- Synonym
- diszipliniert, ordentlich
- German example
- Sein Führungsstil war sehr preußisch.
- English example
- His leadership style was very Prussian.
Related words
- ostpreußisch
East Prussian
- altpreußisch
Old Prussian refers to the extinct West Baltic language spoken by the Old Prussians.
- masurisch
Masurian
- Pickelhaube
Pickelhaube
- Sittengemälde
A portrayal of manners is a detailed and often critical depiction of the customs and habits of a particular time or society in literature or art.
- Prusse
Prussian (derogatory)
- Marjellchen
little girl, young woman (regional, affectionate)
- prußisch
Prussian
Example sentences with “preußisch”
Er hatte einen preußischen Geist. (He had a Prussian spirit.)
Frequently asked questions
Is this still used?
Yes, it is used historically or to describe specific virtues.