libysch
Libyan
Relating to the country of Libya, its inhabitants, its culture, or its language.
EXAMPLE
Die libysche Küste ist über 1700 Kilometer lang.
The Libyan coast is over 1,700 kilometers long.
libysch
Libyan
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Meanings
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Adjective from a country
The adjective 'libysch' (Libyan) is derived from the country name 'Libyen' (Libya). The ending '-isch' is a very common way to form adjectives from country names or geographical terms.
EXAMPLE
Die libysche Regierung hat neue Gesetze verabschiedet.
The Libyan government has passed new laws.
Lowercase spelling
Adjectives derived from country names with the ending '-isch' are written in lowercase in German. This also applies to 'libysch' (Libyan).
EXAMPLE
Er interessiert sich für die libysche Geschichte.
He is interested in Libyan history.
Typical collocations
'Libysch' (Libyan) is often used in connection with geographical, political, or cultural terms. Common combinations are 'die libysche Küste' (the Libyan coast), 'das libysche Öl' (Libyan oil), or 'die libysche Kultur' (Libyan culture).
EXAMPLE
Der Handel mit libyschem Öl ist international von großer Bedeutung.
Trade in Libyan oil is of great international importance.
Compare with
libysch vs libanesisch
Lebanese
Both adjectives refer to an Arab Mediterranean country and its people or culture. „Libysch“ relates to Libya, while „libanesisch“ relates to Lebanon. Therefore, always check which country is meant, even though both countries are in a similar region.
libysch
Das Museum zeigt eine Ausstellung über libysche Kultur und Geschichte.
The museum is showing an exhibition about Libyan culture and history.
libanesisch
Das Restaurant bietet traditionelle libanesische Gerichte an.
The restaurant serves traditional Lebanese dishes.
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