Elsässer
Alsatian
Relating to the Alsace region, its culture, or its inhabitants.
EXAMPLE
Der Elsässer Flammkuchen ist eine bekannte Spezialität aus der Region.
Alsatian tarte flambée is a well-known specialty from the region.
Elsässer
Alsatian
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Invariable adjective
The adjective 'Elsässer' (Alsatian) is invariable. It is not declined and does not take endings, regardless of the gender or case of the noun.
EXAMPLE
Ich mag den Elsässer Wein sehr gerne.
I really like Alsatian wine.
Word structure
The word is derived from the region 'Elsass' (Alsace). The ending '-er' is often used to form adjectives from geographical names, which are then treated like proper names.
EXAMPLE
Die Elsässer Weinstraße ist ein beliebtes Reiseziel.
The Alsatian Wine Route is a popular travel destination.
Typical collocations
'Elsässer' (Alsatian) is often used in connection with culinary specialties and cultural terms from the region.
EXAMPLE
Die Elsässer Küche ist für ihre deftigen Gerichte bekannt.
Alsatian cuisine is known for its hearty dishes.
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