albanisch
Albanian
Relating to the country of Albania, its inhabitants, its culture, or its language.
EXAMPLE
Die albanische Küste ist für ihre schönen Strände bekannt.
The Albanian coast is known for its beautiful beaches.
albanisch
Albanian
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Meanings
Usage tips
Word formation with '-isch'
The adjective 'albanisch' (Albanian) is formed from the country name 'Albanien' (Albania) with the ending '-isch'. This pattern is found with many nationalities, e.g., Italien → italienisch (Italy → Italian).
EXAMPLE
Er interessiert sich für die albanische Geschichte.
He is interested in Albanian history.
Common mistake: lowercase
Adjectives that are derived from country names and end in '-isch' are written in lowercase in German. Only when the language is meant as a noun is it capitalized: 'Er spricht Albanisch.' (He speaks Albanian.)
EXAMPLE
Ich habe einen albanischen Freund.
I have an Albanian friend.
Typical collocations
'Albanisch' (Albanian) is often used to describe things that have to do with the country, the culture, or the language. Typical phrases are: 'die albanische Regierung' (the Albanian government), 'die albanische Küche' (Albanian cuisine), or 'albanische Musik' (Albanian music).
EXAMPLE
Im Urlaub haben wir viele albanische Spezialitäten probiert.
On vacation, we tried many Albanian specialties.
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