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europaweit
Europe-wide
Valid, taking place, or widespread throughout all of Europe.
example
Die neuen Regelungen gelten europaweit.
The new regulations apply Europe-wide.
europaweit
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Word structure
The word consists of 'Europa' (Europe) and the suffix '-weit' (-wide). This suffix means 'throughout the entire named area' and can be attached to many geographical terms, as in 'weltweit' (worldwide) or 'deutschlandweit' (Germany-wide).
EXAMPLE
Das Unternehmen ist weltweit tätig.
The company operates worldwide.
Adverb or adjective
'Europaweit' (Europe-wide) can be used as an adverb or as an adjective. As an adverb it remains unchanged; as an adjective before a noun, it has to be declined.
EXAMPLE
Diese Produkte sind europaweit verfügbar.
These products are available Europe-wide.
Typical collocations
Common combinations are 'europaweit gültig' (valid Europe-wide), 'europaweit einheitlich' (uniform Europe-wide), 'eine europaweite Suche' (a Europe-wide search), or 'ein europaweites Netz' (a Europe-wide network).
EXAMPLE
Der Führerschein ist europaweit gültig.
The driver's license is valid Europe-wide.
Compare with
europaweit vs europäisch
European
'europäisch' and 'europaweit' both refer to Europe. 'europäisch' is an adjective and describes that something belongs to Europe or has to do with Europe. 'europaweit' describes that something applies, happens, or is widespread throughout all of Europe. They can be confused because they look similar. The practical difference is: 'europäisch' describes the type or origin, while 'europaweit' describes the extent.
europaweit
Die Firma sucht europaweit neue Fahrer für ihre Lieferungen.
The company is looking for new drivers for its deliveries Europe-wide.
europäisch
Beim Termin sprechen wir über europäische Projekte in der Stadt.
At the appointment, we talk about European projects in the city.
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