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der Landesteil
region
A specific geographical or administrative part of a country or federal state.
example
Der südliche Landesteil ist bekannt für seine Weinanbaugebiete.
The southern region is known for its wine-growing areas.
der Landesteil
region
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Meanings
Usage tips
Word composition
The word is composed of 'Land' (country), the linking element '-es-', and 'Teil' (part). So it literally means 'a part of the country'.
EXAMPLE
Dieser Landesteil ist wirtschaftlich besonders stark.
This region is especially strong economically.
Typical collocations
'Landesteil' is very often combined with adjectives that indicate a compass direction, for example 'der nördliche Landesteil' (the northern region) or 'der westliche Landesteil' (the western region).
EXAMPLE
Im östlichen Landesteil gibt es viele Seen und Wälder.
In the eastern region, there are many lakes and forests.
Use with a preposition
To describe a position, the word is usually used with the preposition 'in' followed by the dative.
EXAMPLE
In diesem Landesteil leben nur wenige Menschen.
Only a few people live in this region.
Compare with
Landesteil vs Region
region
'die Region' and 'der Landesteil' can both mean an area within a larger space. However, 'Region' is broader: a region can be defined by landscape, climate, culture, or administration. 'Landesteil' more specifically means a part of a country or federal state. Learners may confuse the words when talking about geographical areas. When the boundaries are not so important, or when typical features are the focus, 'Region' often fits better. When it is clear that a part of a country is meant, 'Landesteil' sounds more precise.
Landesteil
Im südlichen Landesteil fällt im Winter besonders viel Schnee.
In the southern part of the country, especially heavy snow falls in winter.
Region
Diese Region ist für ihre Seen und kleinen Dörfer bekannt.
This region is known for its lakes and small villages.
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