Indonesien
Indonesia
A country in Southeast Asia whose territory extends across numerous islands between the Indian and Pacific Oceans.
EXAMPLE
Die Insel Bali gehört zu Indonesien.
The island of Bali is part of Indonesia.
Indonesien
Indonesia
Indonesien
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Meanings
Forms
At a glance
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| genitive | Indonesiens |
The four cases
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | Indonesien | – |
| accusative | Indonesien | – |
| dative | Indonesien | – |
| genitive | Indonesiens | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
Usage tips
Travel destination and stay
For a trip to Indonesia, use 'nach Indonesien' (to Indonesia). For a stay or a location within the country, use 'in Indonesien' (in Indonesia).
EXAMPLE
Nächsten Sommer fliegen wir nach Indonesien.
Next summer we're flying to Indonesia.
Meine Schwester arbeitet seit einem Jahr in Indonesien.
My sister has been working in Indonesia for a year.
Expressing origin
Use 'aus Indonesien' (from Indonesia) to indicate where people or products come from. This phrase can also indicate the starting point of a journey.
EXAMPLE
Dieser Kaffee kommt aus Indonesien.
This coffee comes from Indonesia.
Nach ihrer Rundreise fliegt sie aus Indonesien direkt nach Hause.
After her tour, she's flying straight home from Indonesia.
Geographical expressions
The phrase 'in ganz Indonesien' (throughout Indonesia) emphasizes that something applies or happens across the entire country. It is especially useful when talking about the weather, public holidays, or nationwide events.
EXAMPLE
Der Unabhängigkeitstag wird in ganz Indonesien gefeiert.
Independence Day is celebrated throughout Indonesia.
In real life
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